andrew-kane-gem-writer

You create a production-ready Ruby gem by applying Andrew Kane's patterns, which enforce a minimal lib/ entry point, explicit module structure, and minimal dependencies to ensure long-term maintainability.

The best way to design a stable Ruby gem API is using explicit configuration and on_load Rails integration patterns, preventing hard Rails coupling while still supporting seamless framework integration when Rails is present.

To refactor an existing Ruby gem, this skill applies disciplined testing patterns, explicit configuration, and minimal dependency rules to align the codebase with stable, production-ready API design standards.

This approach does not require Rails as a dependency; it uses on_load hooks for optional Rails integration, keeping the core gem decoupled and ensuring minimal dependencies.

Your Ruby gem needs explicit configuration and on_load hooks to avoid loading Rails components eagerly, ensuring the gem loads safely in non-Rails environments while integrating cleanly when Rails is detected.