Thin

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rails

A very fast & simple Ruby web server

Overview:

Thin is a small and fast Ruby web server that is easy to install and configure for running Rack applications. It offers flexibility with many options that can be specified at the command line.

Features:

  • Fast Performance: Thin is known for its speed and efficiency in serving Ruby web applications.
  • Easy Installation: Simply add Thin to your Gemfile to start using it in your project.
  • Flexible Configuration: Thin allows for customization of various settings through command line options or configuration files.
  • Support for Rack Applications: Thin is designed to work seamlessly with Rack applications for web server functionality.

Summary:

rails
Ruby on Rails

Ruby on Rails, often referred to as Rails, is an open-source web application framework written in Ruby. Known for its convention over configuration and don't repeat yourself (DRY) principles, Rails simplifies and accelerates the development of database-backed web applications.