Join us for the next meetup on Tuesday 1st July

MerseyRails

A Guild of Full Stack Rails Builders

We are a community of full stack Ruby on Rails developers who believe in a better way to build web-based software; one that’s simple, productive, and joyful.

We know that great software doesn’t have to be cobbled together with countless libraries, volatile dependencies and spread across a dozen microservices. Rails offers a powerful, elegant alternative and we’re here to make the most of it.

Whether you’re working on your own side project, learning Rails for the first time, or looking for a break from the complexity of modern frontend-heavy stacks; you’ve found your people.

When
The First Tuesday of Every Month From 17:00
Where
The Cotton Exchange, Liverpool, UK

Register to Attend

It is free to attend MerseyRails, but we do ask that you register in advance so we can plan for numbers and ensure we have enough pizza for everyone.

Please fill out the form below to let us know you're coming on Tuesday 1st July.

Show Up & Ship

Bring your laptop, your project, and your enthusiasm. Each meetup is a low-pressure space to connect with fellow Rails developers, talk about what you're working on, and make real progress on your app, idea, or learning goal.

We'll start by catching up and sharing what we’re working on. From there, you can ask for help, pair up, or dive straight into your next feature. These sessions are about showing up, supporting each other and building something real. Want to show off what you’ve built since last time? Go for it — we love to celebrate progress.

A rough agenda for the evening:

  • 🕔 Arrive

    Drop in when you can from 17:00, catch up, set up and get coding.

  • 🍕 Pizza

    Take a break, grab a slice and chat with fellow Rails devs.

  • 🍻 Drinks

    Commit, push, and deploy your work. Then head to the pub for a well earnt drink.

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Guiding Principles

Support each other to build and ship

Whether you're just starting out or deep into a long-term side project, building in isolation can be tough. We're here to offer encouragement, accountability, and honest feedback so you’re never building alone. This is a space where developers can share their progress, ask for help, and celebrate wins together.

Champion the Rails way

We believe in the power of Rails as a complete, integrated framework that lets individuals and small teams move fast and stay focused. Rails isn't just a tool, it’s a philosophy that values convention over configuration, developer happiness and shipping great software.

Share knowledge and keep growing

We all hit roadblocks. What matters is having a community that helps you get through them. Whether it’s answering questions, sharing resources, or simply cheering each other on, we aim to create a supportive environment where every member can learn and grow with confidence.

Push back against unnecessary complexity

Modern development trends often celebrate complexity, but we don’t. We advocate for tools and practices that prioritise clarity, maintainability, and developer happiness. Rails offers a refreshing alternative, and we’re here to show how powerful simplicity can be when it's backed by strong foundations.

How To Find Us

Once you arrive at the building, please use the main revolving door located on Bixteth Street. Upon entering, you'll find yourself in a long corridor. Head towards the lift at the end of this corridor; you can also use the staircase, which is located next to the lift.

Yozu office is on the second floor. Once you exit the lift or staircase, turn right. You’ll see our office door, clearly marked with our company sign. Please refer to the graphic below for a visual guide.