Question 1

How to handle time zones with Montrose?

Accepted Answer

Montrose relies on ActiveSupport's time zone settings, so you need to configure it in Rails or ActiveSupport. It doesn't have built-in time zone conversion beyond that, requiring manual setup for multi-timezone applications.

Question 2

Montrose vs ice_cube for Ruby recurring events?

Accepted Answer

Montrose excels with its chainable API and ActiveRecord integration for simple, Rails-focused use cases. Ice_cube offers more features like event exceptions and is better for complex calendaring needs. Choose based on your project's complexity and framework.

Question 3

How to export Montrose schedules to iCal format?

Accepted Answer

Montrose supports serialization to iCal format via methods like `to_ical`, allowing easy generation of calendar-compatible output. Check the README for examples on using serialization options.

Question 4

Can I use Montrose without Rails or ActiveRecord?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you'll lose the ActiveRecord serialization convenience. It still depends on ActiveSupport, so you need that gem installed. For non-Rails apps, consider if the dependency overhead is acceptable.

Question 5

How to avoid infinite loops when enumerating Montrose recurrences?

Accepted Answer

Use lazy enumerators (e.g., `lazy.map`) or limit iterations with methods like `take(n)` to prevent endless enumeration. The README warns about this and provides examples with lazy evaluation.

Question 6

Does Montrose support recurring events with exceptions or cancellations?

Accepted Answer

No, Montrose focuses on basic recurrence patterns and doesn't handle exceptions or cancellations. For such features, you'd need to look at alternatives like ice_cube or implement custom logic.

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