kylejginavan/factory_data_preloader
Preload data created by factory girl (or any other Rails fixtures alternative) so that you can use Rails' built-in test transactions.
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#1,360
MOST-STARRED Ruby
| Window | 7 days | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
factory_data_preloader gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 33. It is about 18 years old and has averaged roughly 2 stars a year. It ranks #1,360 among Ruby repositories and #13,145 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
Trending Record
30
DAYS ON TRENDING
#100
BEST RANK
Mar 27, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
Active
STATUS TODAY
factory_data_preloader has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
factory_data_preloader is an open-source project written in Ruby: Preload data created by factory girl (or any other Rails fixtures alternative) so that you can use Rails' built-in test transactions.
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/kylejginavan/factory_data_preloader.git
cd factory_data_preloader
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
Ruby >= 3.1 with Bundler
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
factory_data_preloader 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_data_preloader 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 source license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install factory_data_preloader using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/kylejginavan/factory_data_preloader.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for factory_data_preloader.
Import factory_data_preloader into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `factory_data_preloader --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
kylejginavan/factory_data_preloader is currently ranked #13,145 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does factory_data_preloader do? +
Preload data created by factory girl (or any other Rails fixtures alternative) so that you can use Rails' built-in test transactions.
What language is factory_data_preloader written in? +
The primary language is Ruby. Topics include: software.
Is factory_data_preloader actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Jan 19, 2023 with 6 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does factory_data_preloader have? +
factory_data_preloader has 33 stars and 3 forks on GitHub.
How does factory_data_preloader rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 33 stars, kylejginavan/factory_data_preloader is ranked #13,145 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #1,360 among Ruby projects.
What license is factory_data_preloader distributed under? +
No SPDX license identified yet. Code without a license is subject to copyright by default.