As step 1 of my latest experiment, I've started by configuring a Ruby on Rails site with DreamHost.  This actually involved quite a bit of setup work, which is not unusual when remotely hosting a new website.  I have documented the steps as fully as I can for anyone else curious about trying development in Rails. Step 1 - Signup with DreamHost You can sign up using this link or use the promo code LETMETRYRAILS and receive $50 off (i.e. no setup fee). Step 2 - Configure your domain The next step is to configure your domain.  We'll start at the DreamHost configuration...

I've been working with Microsoft technologies for over ten years, specifically Microsoft's web development technologies. During that time I have built a variety sites ranging in scope from e-commerce, educational, service provision, SaaS, to dashboards, portals, internal tools, and even SAP-migration. While I praise the technology stack for what it allows me to do, it also comes with a whole host of limitations that make it hard for me to deliver the experience my clients would like. Throughout this decade of web development I have heard a lot from those around me about alternative technology stacks that...