ActsAsList
An ActiveRecord plugin for managing ordered lists of items with scoped positioning and reordering methods.
What is ActsAsList?
Acts As List is a Ruby on Rails plugin that adds list-ordering functionality to ActiveRecord models. It solves the problem of managing ordered collections in databases by providing methods to reorder items, maintain scoped positions, and handle position-based queries. It integrates seamlessly with Rails applications to simplify list management.
Ruby on Rails developers building applications that require ordered lists, such as task managers, content ordering systems, or any UI where drag-and-drop or manual sorting is needed.
Developers choose Acts As List for its simplicity, tight integration with ActiveRecord, and robust handling of scoped lists. It reduces boilerplate code for position management and offers fine-grained control over reordering logic.
Overview
An ActiveRecord plugin for managing lists.
Use Cases
Best For
- Managing ordered todo items within multiple todo lists
- Creating sortable galleries or portfolios with categorized sections
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