Fork of factory_bot from way back in 2008 to add after_build and after_create callbacks before the main gem had these features. Keeping this for posterity because the commit wasn't included directly in the main repo.
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| Forks gained | +0 | +3 | +10 |
factory_bot gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 2. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #5,150 among Ruby repositories and #23,086 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
BEST RANK
Jun 19, 2008
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
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💡 Overview
factory_bot is an open-source project written in Ruby: Fork of factory_bot from way back in 2008 to add after_build and after_create callbacks before the main gem had these features. Keeping this for posterity because the commit wasn't included directly in the main repo.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in Ruby. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in Ruby for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/h-lame/factory_bot.git
cd factory_bot⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
factory_bot coordinates its core functionality through a modular Ruby pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed factory_bot into Ruby backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open MIT license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install factory_bot using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/h-lame/factory_bot.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for factory_bot.
Import factory_bot into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `factory_bot --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with Ruby, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
h-lame/factory_bot is currently ranked #23,086 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does factory_bot do? +
Fork of factory_bot from way back in 2008 to add after_build and after_create callbacks before the main gem had these features. Keeping this for posterity because the commit wasn't included directly in the main repo.
What language is factory_bot written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is factory_bot actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jun 19, 2008 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does factory_bot have? +
factory_bot has 2 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does factory_bot rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 2 stars, h-lame/factory_bot is ranked #23,086 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #5,150 among Ruby projects.
What license is factory_bot distributed under? +
The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.
