The Digital Press

Brut is a new Ruby web framework that focuses on simplicity by eliminating traditional controllers and verbs, letting you build web pages and forms with minimal ceremony. It leverages modern web standards, built-in instrumentation, and tools like Docker to streamline development without sacrificing power.

Why it matters: Brut aims to reduce boilerplate and architectural debates, making web app development more fun and straightforward for Ruby developers.

The big picture: It occupies a middle ground between minimal frameworks like Sinatra and full-stack ones like Rails, emphasizing clarity and ease of use.

The other side: Some worry Brut’s lack of conventional structure and guardrails might complicate maintenance and collaboration in larger teams or business apps.

Commenters say: Enthusiasts appreciate Brut’s fresh approach and fun philosophy, while others question its scalability, conventions, and the unusual licensing terms.