From Ruby to Elixir - Elevate Your Engineering Team Without Fear

Learn how to successfully introduce Elixir into an existing Ruby technology stack through this conference talk from Code BEAM Europe 2024. Discover the strategic approach to adopting a new programming language without disrupting your current operations, covering both the technical and organizational challenges involved. Explore essential soft skills including securing executive buy-in, driving adoption across multiple teams, and supporting your engineering team through various phases of the transition process. Understand why these often-overlooked aspects are crucial for successful implementation, even when the technology itself is compelling. Examine practical engineering patterns and techniques that facilitate adding Elixir to your existing infrastructure, including specific strategies for integration and migration. Gain insights into the planning process, technical implementation patterns, and the persistence required to successfully expand your technology stack with Elixir while maintaining team confidence and system stability.