Can I use this for Rails 8 features?

Yes, it includes specific guidance for modern patterns introduced in Rails 8, such as the authentication generator and ActionCable integration.

Does it support testing generators?

Absolutely, it provides detailed patterns for testing generators using the Rails::Generators::Testing::Behavior framework to ensure your automation works correctly.

Can I invoke existing Rails generators from my custom ones?

Yes, the skill covers generator composition, allowing you to invoke standard model, controller, or test generators within your custom logic to avoid re-inventing the wheel.

Does it handle complex file modifications?

Yes, it includes documentation for Thor::Actions like insert_into_file, gsub_file, and route manipulation for modifying existing files safely.

What is the difference between Rails::Generators::Base and NamedBase?

The skill guides you on using Base for simple generators without required arguments, and NamedBase for generators that require a specific name argument (like model or controller names).

Rails Generators

Name: Rails Generators
Author: el-feo

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Productivity & Workflow

Builds custom, production-ready Ruby on Rails generators to automate boilerplate and enforce architectural consistency across your application.

This skill empowers developers to create sophisticated Ruby on Rails generators for models, service objects, API scaffolds, and full-stack features. By leveraging the Thor DSL and Rails generator patterns, it enables the automation of repetitive coding tasks while maintaining strict adherence to team conventions. Whether you are implementing custom service object patterns, building domain-specific architectural layers, or overriding default scaffold behaviors, this tool provides the expertise needed to manage complex file manipulations, ERB templates, and comprehensive testing for your generators.

Key Features

01Generate custom service objects, form objects, and presenters

02Build API-ready scaffolds with integrated serializers and routes

03Automate complex multi-file feature setups including migrations and tests

04Leverage modern Rails 8 generator patterns and best practices

05Customize and override default Rails scaffold behaviors

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Use Cases

01Standardizing service object patterns across a large development team

02Rapidly scaffolding API endpoints with consistent CRUD and serialization

03Automating the setup of domain-specific architectural layers

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add el-feo/ai-context rails-generators

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