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We bring Rubyists together. http://xoruby.com

Join us this fall for a series of small single-day events:
✅ Chicago - Sept. 6
✅ Atlanta - Sept. 13
✅ New Orleans - Sept. 20
✅ Portland - Oct. 11
✅ San Diego - Oct. 18
✅ Austin - Oct. 25
“Still feeling so energised and grateful after this weekend's XO Ruby in Austin. It was an honour to not just attend, but also to volunteer and help out behind the scenes.” - Raluca Badoi on #XORubyAustin
November 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
“It was reinvigorating. I haven’t gone to many meetups or conferences since the pandemic due to life changes so was glad to connect with folks in my community and meet new Rubyists in the Austin Area.” - Ariel Valentin on #XORubyAustin
November 11, 2025 at 5:11 PM
“I feel like XO Ruby was well executed, and personally I loved having a chance to kick back and really talk to people about our worries and fears and everything IRL. Thanks for all your work.” –Richard Schneeman on #XORubyAustin
November 7, 2025 at 10:14 PM
#XORuby has wrapped and we're feeling all the feels 🥹 Thankful for all the community, speakers, volunteers, and road trips the past few months have been filled with❣️ Until next time!
November 7, 2025 at 8:45 PM
“XO Ruby was such a nice event to speak at and attend. You're able to meet and really connect with other local Rubyists.” –Braulio Martinez on #XORubySanDiego
November 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
“People welcomed total strangers into deep technical conversations. Folks shared lessons, code, and encouragement. Rubyists are out here grinding to keep our language relevant, excellent, and fun.” –Alison Acuña on #XORubyPortland
November 6, 2025 at 10:14 PM
“XO Ruby exemplifies the Ruby community's dedication to uplifting diverse voices, and in cultivating our connections. It was the best. I'll be coming back. We're gonna throw one of these in SLC next year it was so fun. JIM CALL ME!” –Karl Oscar Weber on #XORubySanDiego
November 6, 2025 at 5:11 PM
“Thank you to XO Ruby and Jim Remsik for reminding me of exactly how much I missed getting together in person with good folks and talking shop and life and everything else.” - Mando Escamilla (@mando.org) on #XORubyAustin
November 5, 2025 at 10:02 PM
“The community at XO Ruby were the real gems! Great talks, amazing people, and real talent all in one place. I was grateful to be apart of it and even more grateful to connect with such amazing folks at the event.” - Corey M. on #XORubyAustin
November 5, 2025 at 4:10 PM
“I had a blast...It was great to see old Ruby friends and make some new ones.” - Ben Curtis on #XORubyPortland
November 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
“Still feeling so energised and grateful after this weekend's XO Ruby in Austin. It was an honour to not just attend, but also to volunteer and help out behind the scenes.” - Raluca Badoi on #XORubyAustin
October 31, 2025 at 9:14 PM
“Thoroughly enjoyed Tim Riley's talk at XO Ruby. Thank you for making this available to us. That was fun!” –Martin Emde on #XORubySanDiego
October 31, 2025 at 3:10 PM
“Local one-day cons like XO Ruby are perfect for this moment. No PTO required, no cross-country flights, no $1500 ticket. Just $100, 1 Saturday, and a chance to learn, connect, and get inspired.” –Alison Acuña on #XORubyPortland
October 30, 2025 at 9:14 PM
“It was such a good day, seeing old friend and meeting new ones! Thank you for bringing XO Ruby to the PNW!” –Nate Vick on #XORubyPortland
October 30, 2025 at 4:11 PM
“I highly recommend going to XO Ruby. The Portland day was fantastic.” –Lea Ann Bradford on #XORubyPortland
October 29, 2025 at 9:02 PM
“It was technically a Ruby conference, but it could've been for anyone who codes. I wish I'd dragged along all my non-Ruby dev friends. So much content applied across stacks.” –Alison Acuña on #XORubyPortland
October 29, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Went out with a bang for #XORubyAustin! We're still reeling from the great talks we heard and the amazing Ruby folks we got to meet ❤️‍🔥
October 28, 2025 at 8:47 PM
“The XO Ruby organizers really understand the value of the smaller local community, and the powerful connections you make at the local level. I really enjoyed the speakers and getting to meet all the local folks. If you get the chance to go, don't miss it!” - Jim Nanney on #XORubyNewOrleans
October 28, 2025 at 4:11 PM
That’s it for 2025 … for in-person events … probably.
October 28, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Into each life a little rain must fall 😂
October 27, 2025 at 9:07 PM
📣 We couldn't possibly put on XO Ruby events without our incredible volunteers. Thank you to Rick Benavidez, Michelle Doltzenrod, Raluca Badoi, Mando Escamilla for their support putting together #XORubyAustin
October 27, 2025 at 8:31 PM
🏡 We're wrapped on XO Ruby and Jim is head back to Wisconsin! (2/2)

Are you along our route? If you're in or near any of the following cities along the way, reach out to us to meet up.
📍 Topeka, KS (10/27)
📍 Kansas City, KS (10/27)
📍 Des Moines, IL (10/28)
📍 Rochester, MN (10/28)
October 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
🚗 We're wrapped on XO Ruby and Jim is head back to Wisconsin! (1/2)

Are you along our route? If you're in or near any of the following cities along the way, reach out to us to meet up.
📍 Fort Worth, TX (10/26)
📍 Oklahoma City, OK (10/26)
📍 Wichita, KS (10/26)
October 26, 2025 at 3:48 PM
‘s about time to hit the road. Until next time #Austin.
October 26, 2025 at 1:52 PM
So many moments …

“I’m a baby developer can you suggest how I can …[finishes question]”

@thedayisntgray.bsky.social “First of all, drop the baby, you’re a developer.”
October 26, 2025 at 7:50 AM