Description:
Install various Ruby versions and implementations
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 20251218@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
ruby
version-manager
development
rbenv
installer
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Install:
brew install ruby-build
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About:
ruby-build is a command-line tool that simplifies the process of installing and managing multiple Ruby versions. It automatically downloads, patches, and compiles specific Ruby versions from source, handling dependencies and configuration for you. This makes it an essential utility for developers who need to switch between different Ruby environments for various projects.
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Key Features:
- Automated downloading and compiling of Ruby versions
- Supports MRI, JRuby, Rubinius, and other Ruby implementations
- Integrates seamlessly with rbenv for version management
- Extensive support for different build configurations and patches
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Use Cases:
- Setting up a development environment with specific Ruby versions for different projects
- Testing applications across multiple Ruby versions to ensure compatibility
- Automating Ruby installation on servers or in CI/CD pipelines
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Alternatives:
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RVM
– RVM is a more comprehensive tool that also manages gemsets and shell environments, whereas ruby-build focuses solely on installing Ruby versions and is typically paired with rbenv for environment switching.
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asdf
– asdf is a multi-language version manager that uses plugins for different languages, while ruby-build is a specialized, dedicated tool for managing Ruby versions.
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| Dec 25, 2025 5:39am |
20251218 |
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| Dec 18, 2025 6:23am |
20251217 |
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VERSION_BUMP |
154d3a13 |
| Dec 17, 2025 10:50am |
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VERSION_BUMP |
afdfa585 |
| Sep 25, 2025 12:18pm |
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40e223af |
| Sep 16, 2025 2:32am |
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c71d14cc |
| Oct 30, 2024 12:07pm |
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VERSION_BUMP |
b8ca0cc6 |
| Oct 30, 2024 11:57am |
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f0a32200 |
| Sep 17, 2024 3:11pm |
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VERSION_BUMP |
1e650681 |
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