Jazz_hands

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Pry-based enhancements for the default Rails 3 and 4 consoles

Overview

Jazz Hands is a remarkable set of console-related gems designed to enhance your experience in the Ruby on Rails console. If you find yourself spending hours navigating through the console, this gem suite makes it not only more efficient but also visually appealing. By integrating several powerful tools, Jazz Hands empowers developers to work smarter while showcasing their coding prowess.

With a focus on usability and functionality, Jazz Hands seamlessly integrates tools such as Pry, Awesome Print, and Hirb, ensuring that you have an array of features right at your fingertips. Whether you're interested in stylish output or remote debugging, Jazz Hands has got you covered, making console interactions a breeze.

Features

  • Powerful Shell Alternative: Replace IRB with Pry for a more robust console experience, offering advanced command capabilities.
  • Stylish Output: Utilize Awesome Print to pretty print your outputs, making them easier to read and understand.
  • Tabular Collection Output: Hirb allows you to display collections in an organized and tabular format, enhancing readability.
  • Enhanced Commands: With Pry Rails, access additional commands such as show-routes and show-models directly in your console.
  • Source Code Browsing: Easily browse Ruby source through Pry Doc, which even includes lower-level C code directly from your console.
  • Git Integration: Pry Git connects your console to git, allowing you to view diffs, commits, and blames on methods rather than just files.
  • Remote Console Access: Pry Remote lets you connect to a Pry console from anywhere, perfect for collaborative debugging or support.
  • Simple Debugger: Turn your console into a straightforward debugger with Pry Debugger for an effective debugging experience.

Jazz Hands not only improves your workflow but also adds a touch of elegance to your coding environment.