Ruby on Rails follows conventions that help developers avoid tedious configurations, making it faster to start and focus on building unique features.

Active Record simplifies database interactions by allowing you to work with database records as Ruby objects—think of it as talking to your database in plain language.

Scaffolding automatically generates the basic code structure for your app, so you can build prototypes or MVPs quickly—like having a head start on your project.

Rails is built around REST principles, making it straightforward to design APIs and web services that are clean, predictable, and easy to maintain.

With a comprehensive testing suite included, Rails encourages developers to write tests, ensuring your app stays reliable as it evolves—like having a safety net.

A vast ecosystem of gems and plugins lets you extend your app’s capabilities easily, whether adding payment gateways, authentication, or rich interfaces.