Upgrading Ruby on Rails applications requires deep expertise and careful planning. Our Rails upgrade service helps you modernize your Rails applications while maintaining stability and minimizing disruption to your business.
What We Offer
- Version Upgrades - Systematic upgrades across major Rails versions
- Dependency Management - Update and optimize gem dependencies
- Security Patches - Address vulnerabilities and implement security best practices
- Performance Optimization - Improve application speed and efficiency
- Test Coverage - Enhance test suites for better reliability
- Documentation - Comprehensive documentation of changes and new features
Benefits
- Access latest Rails features and improvements
- Enhance security and eliminate vulnerabilities
- Improve application performance
- Reduce technical debt
- Make hiring easier with modern Rails versions
- Stay competitive with current technology
Whether you’re a few versions behind or running a legacy Rails application, our team has the expertise to help you upgrade safely and efficiently while maintaining your application’s reliability and functionality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a Rails upgrade typically take?
The timeline varies based on your application’s size and complexity. A straightforward upgrade might take 3-4 weeks, while a complex upgrade involving multiple version jumps could take 2-4 months or longer. We’ll provide a detailed timeline estimate after our initial assessment.
What if we have custom gems or other components?
We have extensive experience handling custom gems and other libraries. We can:
- Update custom code to work with newer Rails versions
- Fork and maintain abandoned dependencies
- Refactor custom gems into modern alternatives
- Create new gems based on your custom code
Can you upgrade our app without disrupting service?
Yes. We use several strategies to ensure smooth upgrades:
- Blue-green deployments
- Gradual rollouts
- Comprehensive testing
- Ready rollback plans
- Off-hours deployment when needed
How do you handle database migrations?
We follow a systematic approach:
- Analyze schema changes needed
- Plan zero-downtime migration strategy
- Test migrations in staging environment
- Implement changes in small batches
- Monitor performance throughout process
What about security during the upgrade?
Security is a top priority. Depending on client priorities, we can:
- Look for known vulnerabilities
- Prioritize security patches
- Update authentication systems
- Implement security best practices
- Monitor for potential issues
Do you provide documentation?
Yes, we can provide detailed documentation including:
- Changes made during upgrade
- New features and deprecations
- Updated development procedures
- Deployment requirements
- Maintenance guidelines
Can you help with ongoing maintenance?
Yes, we offer maintenance plans that include:
- Regular dependency updates
- Security patches
- Performance monitoring
- Bug fixes
- Technical support
What testing process do you use?
We employ comprehensive testing:
- Unit tests
- Integration tests
- System tests
- Performance testing
- Security scanning
What if something goes wrong?
We like to employ multiple safety nets:
- Backup systems
- Rollback procedures
- Emergency support
- Quick response times
- Issue tracking and resolution
Can you train our team?
Yes, we can provide training on:
- New Rails features
- Best practices
- Testing procedures
- Deployment processes
- Security considerations
How do you handle asset pipeline changes?
We manage asset pipeline updates by:
- Migrating to modern asset handling
- Optimizing asset compilation
- Updating deployment processes
- Ensuring compatibility
- Maintaining performance
Do you support API upgrades?
Yes, we can handle API updates including:
- REST API modernization
- GraphQL implementation
- Websockets
- API versioning
- Documentation updates
- Client library updates
How do you manage test coverage?
We take a thorough approach:
- Assess current test coverage
- Identify critical gaps
- Add missing tests
- Update outdated tests
- Implement new testing tools
Ready to Upgrade Your Rails Application?
Let’s discuss how we can help you modernize your Ruby on Rails systems safely and efficiently.