u/-Ch4s3-:

I am having an informal interview for a possible position at a company that does ruby and rails development for web apps. I am primarily a java programmer, with some experience in python and a bit of C. I was told that they’re primarily concerned that I understand logic, specifically loops/control structures and command line dev/variables. I’m a CS grad student, so I’m fairly practiced in both.
What I would like to know:

  • how should I approach the conversation? (I think it will be over drinks)
  • what can I read/do in two weeks to become somewhat competent in Ruby?
  • has anyone else taken a position focusing on a language they didn’t know, how did it go?
  • any general advice or info?

Thanks all!

Complete the Ruby Koans http://rubykoans.com/.

This will get you into the TDD tools/culture around the Ruby community and it’s a great tool to understand the language and it’s quirks.

As for the interview, I’m sure that as a CS grad student you’ll have some interesting insights about the language. Speak about your experience learning Ruby in two weeks in your spare time and I’m sure you’ll ace the interview.

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