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Ruby Under a Microscope: An Illustrated Guide to Ruby Internals,Used
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Ruby is a powerful programming language with a focus on simplicity, but beneath its elegant syntax it performs countless unseen tasks.Ruby Under a Microscope gives you a handson look at Ruby's core, using extensive diagrams and thorough explanations to show you how Ruby is implemented (no C skills required). Author Pat Shaughnessy takes a scientific approach, laying out a series of experiments with Ruby code to take you behind the scenes of how programming languages work. You'll even find information on JRuby and Rubinius (two alternative implementations of Ruby), as well as indepth explorations of Ruby's garbage collection algorithm.Ruby Under a Microscope will teach you: How a few computer science concepts underpin Ruby's complex implementation How Ruby executes your code using a virtual machine How classes and modules are the same inside Ruby How Ruby employs algorithms originally developed for Lisp How Ruby uses grammar rules to parse and understand your code How your Ruby code is translated into a different language by a compiler No programming language needs to be a black box. Whether you're already intrigued by language implementation or just want to dig deeper into Ruby, you'll find Ruby Under a Microscope a fascinating way to become a better programmer.Covers Ruby 2.x, 1.9 and 1.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Ruby Under a Microscope' about? A: 'Ruby Under a Microscope' is an illustrated guide that explores the inner workings of the Ruby programming language, using diagrams and explanations to make complex concepts accessible.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Pat Shaughnessy, who takes a scientific approach to explain Ruby's implementation.
- Q: What level of programming knowledge do I need to understand this book? A: No prior C programming skills are required, making it suitable for anyone interested in learning about Ruby internals.
- Q: What programming versions does this book cover? A: 'Ruby Under a Microscope' covers Ruby versions 2.x, 1.9, and 1.8, providing insights into various implementations of the language.
- Q: How is the book structured? A: The book is structured around experiments with Ruby code, extensive diagrams, and thorough explanations to help readers grasp the concepts effectively.
- Q: What topics are included in the book? A: Topics include Ruby's virtual machine, class and module structures, garbage collection, and how Ruby translates code into a different language.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'Ruby Under a Microscope' is designed to be accessible for beginners who are curious about programming languages and Ruby specifically.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 360 pages, providing ample content for readers to explore Ruby's internals.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'Ruby Under a Microscope' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'Ruby Under a Microscope' published? A: The book was published on November 13, 2013.