Why we should choose Ruby on Rails to build your tech startup
Choosing the right technology for your startup can be challenging. Ruby on Rails (Rails) offers a simple answer with its “Omakase philosophy”—trusting the framework to provide the best tools and solutions without overcomplicating choices.
What is the Omakase Philosophy?
“Omakase” is a Japanese term meaning “I’ll leave it up to you,” commonly used at sushi restaurants where you trust the chef to serve the best options. Rails applies this concept to software development. Instead of spending time debating tools and approaches, Rails offers a set of well-tested defaults. Developers can focus on building features that matter rather than reinventing the wheel.
Why is Omakase Good for Startups?
1. Faster Decision-Making
Startups move fast. The Omakase philosophy removes the burden of technical decision paralysis, letting your team focus on launching and iterating quickly.
2. Proven Best Practices
Rails’ default choices are based on industry best practices. This reduces the risk of bad technical decisions that could slow you down later.
3. Saves Time and Money
With fewer choices to debate, your team spends more time developing and less time planning. Faster development means lower costs—a win for any startup budget.
4. Easier Onboarding
New developers can join the project and understand the codebase quickly, thanks to Rails’ conventions and standardized structure.
5. Focus on Your Product
The Omakase approach lets you concentrate on what matters: your product and customers—not the underlying tech details.
Real-World Examples
- Airbnb: Chose Rails to launch fast and validate their idea quickly.
- Shopify: Scaled from a small store to a global e-commerce platform using Rails.
- GitHub: Relied on Rails’ defaults to build a robust platform for developers worldwide.
- NetFlix