xRails is a base Rails application that you can upgrade.

Installation

First install the xRails gem:

gem install xrails

Then run:

xrails new projectname

This will create a Rails 3 app in `projectname'. This script creates a new git repository. It is not meant to be used against an existing repo.

Gemfile

To see the latest and greatest gems, look at xRails' template/files/xrails_Gemfile, which will be copied into your projectname/Gemfile.

It includes application gems like:

And testing gems like:

Other goodies

xRails also comes with:

  • Rails' flashes set up in application layout.
  • Automated language setup

Issues

If you have problems, please create a Github issue.

Credits

This gem is forked by Suspenders:

thoughtbot

Suspenders is maintained and funded by thoughtbot, inc

The names and logos for thoughtbot are trademarks of thoughtbot, inc.

License

xRails is Copyright © 2008-2011 Alessio Rocco. It is free software, and may be redistributed under the terms specified in the LICENSE file.