gem_home
A command-line tool for managing Ruby gem environments by dynamically switching $GEM_HOME directories.
What is gem_home?
gem_home is a command-line utility for Ruby developers that dynamically changes the `$GEM_HOME` environment variable to switch between different gem installation directories. It solves the problem of gem conflicts by allowing project-specific gem isolation while maintaining compatibility with Ruby version managers like RVM and chruby.
Ruby developers who work on multiple projects with different gem dependencies and need to avoid conflicts between global and project-specific gems. It's particularly useful for those using RVM or chruby for Ruby version management.
Developers choose gem_home for its simplicity, minimal overhead, and seamless integration with existing Ruby workflows. Unlike more complex solutions, it focuses solely on environment switching without requiring changes to bundler or Ruby itself.
Overview
A tool for changing your $GEM_HOME
Use Cases
Best For
- Isolating gem dependencies per Ruby project to prevent version conflicts
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