Modern Rails Web Application

A comprehensive study project showcasing Ruby on Rails development

About This Rails Project

Rails Architecture

Modern Architecture

This Ruby on Rails application demonstrates modern web development practices with MVC architecture, RESTful routing, and clean separation of concerns. Built with Rails 7+ features including Hotwire and modern JavaScript integration.

Database Design

Database & Models

Comprehensive database design with Active Record models, associations, and validations. Features user authentication with Devise, file uploads, and complex data relationships for a real-world application scenario.

User Interface

Responsive UI/UX

Modern, responsive user interface built with Bootstrap and custom SCSS. Includes interactive forms, dynamic content updates, and mobile-first design principles for optimal user experience across all devices.

Full Stack Features

Full Stack Features

Complete full-stack implementation including user management, CRUD operations, email integration with ActionMailer, file handling, and deployment-ready configuration. Perfect for learning modern Rails development.

Technology Stack

Ruby on Rails

Framework for rapid web development

PostgreSQL

Robust relational database

Bootstrap & SCSS

Modern responsive styling

Devise & More

Authentication & advanced features

Key Features Implemented

🔐 Advanced Authentication

  • Devise integration with custom controllers
  • Google OAuth2 integration
  • User registration & login
  • Password recovery & reset
  • Account confirmations
  • Account unlocking
  • Profile management

🐕 Pet Management System

  • Complete dog profiles with images
  • Adoption status tracking
  • Breed, size, and age management
  • File upload with Active Storage
  • Pagination with Kaminari
  • Interactive comment system
  • Search and filtering

🤝 Volunteer Management

  • Role-based volunteer scheduling
  • Google Calendar integration
  • Event creation and tracking
  • Multiple volunteer roles (Walker, Feeder, Cleaner)
  • Date validation and constraints
  • Automated calendar sync

💬 Interactive Features

  • Polymorphic comment system
  • Real-time form validations
  • AJAX form submissions
  • Dynamic content updates
  • User-generated content
  • Responsive interactions

✉️ Email & Communication

  • Contact form with validation
  • ActionMailer integration
  • Password reset emails
  • Custom email templates
  • Mailgun integration
  • Email previews for development

🎨 Modern UI/UX

  • Bootstrap 5 integration
  • Custom SCSS styling
  • Font Awesome icons
  • Responsive design patterns
  • Interactive hover effects
  • Mobile-first approach

Development Practices & Architecture

Rails Best Practices

  • MVC Architecture: Clean separation of concerns
  • RESTful Routes: Standard resource routing
  • Active Record: Database abstraction and ORM
  • Migrations: Version-controlled database changes
  • Validations: Data integrity at model level
  • Associations: Complex model relationships

Security & Authentication

  • Devise Gem: Industry-standard authentication
  • OAuth2: Third-party authentication (Google)
  • CSRF Protection: Cross-site request forgery prevention
  • Strong Parameters: Mass assignment protection
  • Secure Headers: XSS and clickjacking protection
  • Password Encryption: BCrypt hashing

Database Design

  • PostgreSQL: Production-ready database
  • Foreign Keys: Referential integrity
  • Indexes: Optimized query performance
  • Polymorphic Associations: Flexible relationships
  • Active Storage: File attachment handling
  • Data Validation: Business rule enforcement

Modern Web Features

  • Turbo & Stimulus: Hotwire for SPA-like experience
  • Import Maps: Modern JavaScript without bundling
  • SCSS: Advanced CSS preprocessing
  • Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach
  • API Integration: Google Calendar API
  • Email Services: Mailgun integration

Project Statistics

7+
Models
User, Dog, Volunteer, Comment, Report
15+
Controllers
Including custom Devise controllers
25+
Views
Responsive templates and partials
10+
Integrations
Google OAuth, Calendar API, Mailgun, etc.