Bundler
The best way to manage a Ruby application's gems.
Overview
Bundler provides a consistent environment for Ruby projects by tracking and installing the exact gems and versions that are needed. Bundler is an exit from dependency hell, and ensures that the gems you need are present in development, staging, and production.
✨ Key Features
- Manages gem dependencies via a Gemfile
- Creates a consistent environment with a lock file (Gemfile.lock)
- Integrates with RubyGems
- Ensures applications run with the same gem versions everywhere
🎯 Key Differentiators
- The de facto standard for Ruby dependency management
- Focus on creating consistent and reproducible environments
- Seamless integration with the RubyGems ecosystem
Unique Value: Provides a consistent and reproducible environment for Ruby applications, solving the 'dependency hell' problem.
🎯 Use Cases (2)
✅ Best For
- Development and deployment of Ruby on Rails applications.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Non-Ruby projects.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: N/A (Open Source)
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