Ruby
Kythia Workspace provides an automated, seamlessly integrated Ruby environment without the need for manual system configurations.
Installing
Section titled “Installing”- Go to Runtimes -> Ruby
- Select your desired version from the dropdown menu and click Install
- Kythia will download the official Ruby binaries directly to your local environment.
Environment & PATH
Section titled “Environment & PATH”Kythia automatically manages the system environment for you. When you activate a specific version of Ruby via the UI, Kythia injects its executable directory directly into your current terminal session’s PATH.
This means you can immediately open a terminal within Kythia and run the standard commands (like ruby, gem, irb) without conflicts or having to restart your computer.
Installation Directory
Section titled “Installation Directory”Your installed Ruby versions are stored safely at:
Version Management
Section titled “Version Management”You can install multiple versions of Ruby simultaneously. The Kythia UI allows you to instantly hot-swap between versions for your current workspace session. Simply click the dropdown menu on the Ruby panel, choose a different version, and your terminal environment will update dynamically!