This is a built-in library that makes talking to your database feel like writing regular Ruby code, rather than complex SQL queries.

Originally built on Rails to scale their global marketplace. Hulu and Basecamp (where Rails was originally created). Is it still relevant today?

Since it has been around since 2004, there is a massive library of "Gems" (plug-and-play code packages) that allow you to add features like payment processing or user authentication in minutes. Who Uses It?

Instead of spending hours setting up configuration files, Rails has a set of "best practices" it follows by default. If you follow the standard conventions, Rails does the heavy lifting for you. Why Developers Love It