Hello Hotwire
Hello HotwireMaster the art of Hotwire & Ruby on Rails with free step-by-step modules and premium build-alongs.
Master the art of Hotwire & Ruby on Rails with free step-by-step modules and premium build-alongs.
Hello Hotwire is a free course with premium build-along modules for developers looking to dive into Hotwire using Ruby on Rails with a fresh perspective.
The truth is, you don't need to use Hotwire. It does, however, come stock in Rails 7.1+ apps. I like to consider it icing on the cake of the Ruby on Rails framework which already does SO MUCH on its own.
Hotwire brings the statefulness many JavaScript devs love into more sane models and conventions Ruby on Rails enthusiasts tend to prefer.
Here are a few reasons to consider it.
Faster User Experience
By sending HTML directly instead of JSON, you reduce the need to send data back and forth between client and server, speeding up interactions and reducing latency.
Reduced JavaScript Complexity
Hotwire aims to simplify the front end by reducing the bulk of JavaScript code needed to make reactive web applications, leaning on server-rendered HTML instead.
Streamlined Development
Developers can work more efficiently within the Rails ecosystem, leveraging Rails' conveniences and conventions alongside Hotwire’s capabilities to quickly build and maintain features.
Real-time Updates: With features like Turbo Streams and morphing, Hotwire allows real-time DOM updates, perfect for features that need to reflect changes instantly, such as chat systems, live notifications, or stateful content.
You'd be a good fit for this course if you've used Rails before but haven't dabbled in the Hotwire features yet. If you're brand new to Rails, check out the sister course called Hello Rails.
In Hello Hotwire, you'll explore:
Module 1:
Introduction
Module 2:
Installation
Module 3:
Turbo Overview
Module 4:
Turbo Drive
Module 5:
Turbo Frames
Module 6:
Turbo Streams
Module 7:
Turbo Morphing
Module 8:
Lazy Loading
Module 9:
Pair with Stimulus.js
Module 10:
Going Native with Strada: A Primer
Hey! I'm Andy. I'm a big fan of Ruby on Rails and have taught in this domain for over six years.
By day, I'm a senior product designer and software developer. By night I'm a husband, dad, and fullstack dev who loves to build web apps, write, record, and code.
Some of my current projects include: webcrunch.com, hellorails.io, and railsui.com.
I publish content almost every week on YouTube and the blog. I'm trying to grow continuously, so if you subscribed to either site, that would be amazing!
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I tend to learn by best by doing. You might opt for my premium build-along bonuses below if you're anything like me.
A build-along is a Ruby on Rails app we build together. You'll better grasp these concepts by coding with the free Hello Hotwire version. Learning Hotwire the right way the first time is a worthwhile investment.
🏡 Build a Hotwire enabled real-estate browsing application
🏡 Build a Hotwire enabled real-estate browsing application
✅ Build a Hotwire-enabled feature request tool.
🏡 Build a Hotwire enabled real-estate browsing application
✅ Build a Hotwire-enabled feature request tool.
⚡️ Bundle Hello Hotwire with Hello Rails
Bonus course: Hello Rails
Includes access to Hello Rails, the sister course and a solid pre-requisite to Hello Hotwire.
Create an account and you'll see the free course available right away.
Once you purchase a premium build-along, you'll gain access to it inside your account. Each course focuses on different principles of Hotwire features. Purchasing "Hotter" or "Magma" grants you access to all current Hotwire content.
I don’t know about you, but I’m a person who learns by doing. Using me as your guide, we take pre-built vanilla Rails applications and add on features specific to Hotwire that enhance the experience a great deal. Additionally, the free course doesn't go into as much depth as putting in real work as a build-along.
You’ll find a link to a Github repo containing the code used in each build-along you purchase. I made new branches for each lesson so it’s easier to refer back to and follow along. If you bought the Magma tier, you’ll find a link to the Hello Rails course source code in that account after onboarding.
I'm not offering discounted upgrades at this time. Before purchasing a lower tier, I recommend determining which premium build-along matches your needs.
You should receive an onboarding email from me from the Hello Rails course. We send the onboarding email to the email you used to sign up for hellohotwire.com, so be sure to check that one. contact Andy if you have issues.
Not at this time.
Rails v7.1, Turbo v8, Ruby v3.3.0
I'll be updating the lessons and code for major versions.
Due to the nature of the content being digital, all sales are final. If you have a billing issue or gain absolutely zero value from the premium content, contact Andy for a possible refund.