What are Rails view helpers and how do I use them?

What are Rails view helpers and how do I use them?

Rails view helpers are methods that assist in generating HTML and managing view logic in Rails applications. They help keep your views clean and maintainable.

Can you give me an example of a common view helper?

Sure! A common view helper is link_to, which creates a hyperlink. For example, link_to 'Home', root_path generates a link to the home page.

How do I create my own custom view helper?

You can create a custom view helper by defining a method in the app/helpers directory. For example, create a method def greet(name) that returns a greeting string.

Are there any built-in helpers for forms?

Yes, Rails provides several built-in form helpers like form_for, form_with, and text_field. These make it easy to create forms.