Ruby on Rails vs. Node.js: Which One Is the Best Solution?

Sasha Andrieiev
2 min readJun 18, 2020

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Node.js and Ruby on Rails are two popular solutions used in web development. Both loved for their simplicity, speed of development, and easy code maintenance.

Node.js is a runtime environment that allows you to execute server-side, which is used to be essentially client-side, code.

Where Node.js work better than Ruby on Rails?

Node.js is great for real-time applications that handle a lot of concurrent requests. Under these scenarios, data constantly goes between the client and the server. These Real-Time Applications (RTAs) include chat apps, applications for collaborating, and video conferencing.

Ruby on Rails ( RoR, or sometimes just “Rails”) is a fully-fledged website framework that includes everything you need to complete a website project including the ability to manage logic, routing, and applications, all out of the box.

Where Ruby on Rails works better than Node.js?

Ruby on Rail is a better solution where applications are very CPU intensive and when development needs to happen quickly. Also, Ruby on Rails is the clear winner in Rapid Application Development (RAD).

The choice of the perfect technology for your project should always start with the assessment of your challenges and needs. Whether you are willing to learn more about Ruby on Rails and Node.js, follow our recent guide.

https://jelvix.com/blog/ruby-on-rails-vs-node-js

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Sasha Andrieiev
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