Rails Template
A template repository for use when starting a new app with Rails. It includes dxw default project configuration and decision records.
Overview:
This document provides a product analysis for a template called Rails Template. The template is designed to be customized for new projects and offers features such as static code analysis, changelog management, and environment variable management. This analysis will highlight the key features, installation instructions, and provide a summary of the document.
Features:
- Customization: The template can be easily customized by searching for TODO across the repository and replacing rails-template with the desired project name.
- Static Code Analysis: The template includes Brakeman, a tool that performs static code analysis to identify security vulnerabilities.
- Changelog Management: The template follows the Keep a Changelog 1.0.0 format for updating and documenting changes. Relevant updates should be made before merging pull requests.
- Environment Variable Management: The template uses Dotenv to manage environment variables locally. Safe defaults are provided in /.env.example and /.env.test, while sensitive variables should be added to /.env.development.local.
Summary:
The Rails Template offers a customizable template for new projects. It includes features such as static code analysis, changelog management, and environment variable management. By following the installation instructions and maintaining the template according to the provided guidelines, developers can create and manage their projects effectively.
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