Guard Rails

Overview

If you are a Rails developer looking for a convenient way to manage your server while developing, this tool could be a game-changer. Designed to streamline the process of restarting your Rails server, it allows for greater flexibility and efficiency during your development workflow. Although it's no longer actively maintained, the available features still make it a useful tool for developers wanting to keep their work environments responsive and tailored to their needs.

Features

• Port Configuration: Easily specify the port number for the server to run on, with 3000 as the default.
• Environment Setup: Set the environment for your Rails application, defaulting to development mode.
• Automatic Start: Have the server start automatically when Guard starts, ensuring you're always up and running with minimal effort.
• Process Management: Utilize the force_run option to automatically kill any processes occupying the listen port before attempting to start the server.
• Daemon Mode: Run the server as a daemon, allowing for a cleaner terminal experience without output clutter.
• Debugger Support: Launch your server with the debugging feature enabled, provided you have the required ruby-debug gem installed.
• Configurable Timeout: Set a timeout period for server restarts, helping you manage any issues that arise during development.
• Webserver Engine Options: Customize your development environment by specifying which webserver engine to use, such as Thin.

Overall, this tool offers a solid foundation for enhancing your Rails development experience, despite its alpha status and lack of ongoing maintenance.