The Rails rebellion has begun, and Merb is leading the charge Merb, the next evolution in Rails-like frameworks, is a micro, ultralightweight, Ruby-based web application development framework that could give Rails a run for its money. Merb is gaining popularity because it's easier to learn and lets you build lighter, faster, better-performing Ruby-based web applications. Beginning Merb is the ideal guide for those who are thinking of "converting" from Rails: It introduces readers to the Merb micro web framework. It covers how to build a Merb-based web application from beginning to end. The Merb application it presents, a social review site for movie reviews or other purposes, serves as a practical example readers can apply to their real-world projects. Who is this book for? This book is primarily for Ruby and Rails developers looking for a more agile, very lightweight alternative to Rails in Merb, a micro-web application development framework. About the Apress Beginning Series The Beginning series from Apress is the right choice to get the information you need to land that crucial entry-level job. These books will teach you a standard and important technology from the ground up because they are explicitly designed to take you from "novice to professional." You'll start your journey by seeing what you need to know--but without needless theory and filler. You'll build your skill set by learning how to put together real-world projects step by step. So whether your goal is your next career challenge or a new learning opportunity, the Beginning series from Apress will take you there--it is your trusted guide through unfamiliar territory