Question 1

How much does Lightning Rails cost?

Accepted Answer

Lightning Rails offers two pricing tiers: a Basic License for $70 (one-time purchase with no updates) and a Lifetime Access option for $95 (discounted from $189) that includes unlimited updates and all features.

Question 2

What do I get with my Lightning Rails purchase?

Accepted Answer

You receive lifetime access to the Lightning Rails boilerplate, comprehensive documentation, access to the private community of Ruby on Rails makers, the GitHub repository with the latest version, and a 1:1 call with the creator to discuss your project.

Question 3

Can I get a refund for Lightning Rails?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, due to the nature of the digital product, Lightning Rails does not offer refunds. The value of the boilerplate is in the time saved and features provided.

Question 4

What am I allowed to do with the Lightning Rails boilerplate?

Accepted Answer

You can use Lightning Rails to build unlimited personal, client, or startup projects. You may modify the code and sell products built with it, but you cannot resell or distribute the boilerplate itself or create competing products.

Question 5

Can I have my Lightning Rails project on a public repository?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot have your Lightning Rails project on a public repository as the boilerplate is a paid product and not open source. Public sharing of the code risks having your license revoked.

Question 6

Does the license include lifetime updates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Lifetime Access license includes lifetime updates. The creator regularly updates the boilerplate with major Rails and gem updates to ensure it runs smoothly.

Question 7

Can I use Lightning Rails with newer versions of Ruby on Rails?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use Lightning Rails with newer versions of Rails due to its excellent backward compatibility. For example, you can use it with Rails 7.2 even if the boilerplate is currently at version 7.0.

Question 8

How does Lightning Rails compare to JumpstartPro?

Accepted Answer

JumpstartPro offers exceptional code quality but is more expensive with an annual fee model and has a steeper learning curve. Lightning Rails is more affordable with a one-time purchase, simpler to understand, and designed for quick launches, making it ideal for indie makers and startups.

Question 9

What technical integrations does Lightning Rails include?

Accepted Answer

Lightning Rails includes integrations with Tailwind CSS, Devise for authentication, Stripe for payments, Postmark and Resend for emails, MotorAdmin for an admin dashboard, Cloudinary for image hosting, and OpenAI for AI capabilities.

Question 10

Who created Lightning Rails?

Accepted Answer

Lightning Rails was created by Dani, a former Head of Product Offline at Le Wagon (the first Ruby on Rails bootcamp in Europe) who has founded two RoR dev shops and completed over 50 Ruby on Rails projects.

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