Let's break down Model Context Protocol. In this video, Sami gives an easy-to-understand overview of what MCP is in the context of LLMs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gh3mqAzjOY&t=19s
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Let's break down Model Context Protocol. In this video, Sami gives an easy-to-understand overview of what MCP is in the context of LLMs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gh3mqAzjOY&t=19s
We're live! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqSzi9q8KAE
Chad is going live at 12PM EST! He's continuing his quest to use AI to help with flaky tests and we hope you join. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqSzi9q8KAE
Behind the scenes look at the design team’s work to make the logo more balanced and easier to read at small sizes, while staying undeniably thoughtbot. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/introducing-thoughtbot-s-refreshed-and-more-flexible-logo
We worked with a healthcare leader to develop a custom OpenAI tool that eliminates inefficiency by automating complex documentation searching and synthesis. The result? Streamlined workflows and improved productivity!
Startups in AgeTech have a massive opportunity. Discover what experts say it takes to design tech that supports caregivers, scales care, and empowers aging with independence. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/why-agetech-is-the-next-frontier-for-innovation
Flutie v2.2.1 has been released.
Check out the release notes: https://github.com/thoughtbot/flutie/releases/tag/v2.2.1
Factory Bot Rails 6.5.5 has been released.
Check out the release notes: https://github.com/thoughtbot/factory_bot_rails/releases/tag/v6.5.0
Brighton Ruby 2025 is just two weeks away and the thoughtbot team is looking forward to meet you all in real life https://thoughtbot.com/blog/meet-thoughtbot-at-brighton-ruby-2025
Explore the complexities and wonders of AI with Luisa Herrmann. Discover why AI shouldn't be used just for the sake of it, and understand the bias embedded in every system. Listen to the full conversation here: https://podcast.thoughtbot.com/578
Factory Bot v6.5.4 has been released.
Check out the release notes: https://github.com/thoughtbot/factory_bot/releases/tag/v6.5.4
A recap of our live stream experiment where we used Cursor to rebuild a Rails page in Next.js. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/can-ai-rebuild-a-rails-page-in-next-js-we-tried-it
We're live! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpRCalxOsqA
Intuition often wins over familiarity. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/i-just-want-to-click-the-button
The Rails defaults are a good foundation, but it's still your responsibility to filter sensitive information from logs when using external APIs, services, and tools. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/parameter-filtering
By strengthening both the product and the team at the same time, we created momentum for lasting improvements. Learn how we helped a fintech company’s product and design team improve performance. https://thoughtbot.com/case-studies/fintech
Exploring how structured function calls to an LLM can replace a dedicated CRM enrichment service in thoughtbot's internal Rails app. https://thoughtbot.com/blog/ai-in-focus:building-a-rails-feature-with-ai-and-active-job
Hiring Rails devs? Chad is hosting a small roundtable for engineering leaders on how we hire at thoughtbot. Join us next week for a candid discussion amongst Rails team leaders on hiring fast, fair, and for mutual success.
Let's talk about AI in interviews, culture adds, what’s working now. Learn more: https://thoughtbot.com/events/hiring-roundtable
Here are 6 key insights I took from Dublin Tech Summit along with 6 cool companies worth checking out! https://thoughtbot.com/blog/6-key-insights-from-dublin-tech-summit-2025
Discover the future of car buying with Jack Burrows, Product Director at CarWow. Learn about the innovations shaping the industry in our latest podcast episode. Tune in now: https://podcast.thoughtbot.com/577