Archives for February, 2009.

OpenGL Gaming – In Space

And now for something a little different!
Geoff Smith who has been working with us recently on in-house applications, has just released the first version of an OpenGL based spaceflight game.
Written in C++ for the Mac, it is available to download from Github.
Geoff says: “This is me messing around with OpenGL and its funkyness”
We say: “Nice!”

HTTP Authentication with Rails

Rails comes with built in HTTP Authentication.
This is great if you want to password protect your application before it is released, for example, if you are showcasing a client prototype and do not want anyone else other than the client see it.

To add HTTP authentication to the entire application simply place the following in your [...]

Freelance projects – London, day rates from £200-£400

We currently have a number of openings for short to medium-term freelance projects here at Ruby50.
To receive our alerts to these, please register your CV with us along with any further information you wish to share with us, such as online portfolios, code examples and Github accounts.
We look forward to meeting you!
hello@ruby50.com

Rails developer with Java required – Central London, to £45k

Today, we’re looking for an experienced Rails developer with a Java background to join our publishing client’s existing team.
We’re looking for developers with a good knowledge of JRuby and, as mentioned above, a Java background with an open mind to possibly go back to this if required. Any knowledge of Scala a distinct advantage.
The company [...]

6 Month Contract – Berlin, can work remotely.

A 6 month contract has opened up for a Ruby developer to develop a start-up job board. Ideally someone with front end testing experience, who can write and maintain view specs and selenium tests.
There is a possibility for remote working in this role, with regular trips to the office in Berlin, and daily contact via [...]