After diving into the basics of web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I realized it was time to take the next step and choose a framework to build more dynamic, full-featured applications. After researching several options, I decided that Ruby on Rails was the perfect fit for where I am in my learning journey. Its convention-over-configuration approach, along with its well-documented ecosystem and supportive community, felt like the right environment for me to expand my skills. Over the past 6 to 8 months, I've dedicated myself to learning Rails, experimenting with its powerful tools, and applying key development principles like RESTful architecture, MVC patterns, and database management with PostgreSQL. While it’s been a challenging process at times, I can see myself improving with each project, becoming more comfortable with both the Rails framework and full-stack development in general. It’s exciting to feel like I’m finally gaining momentum and getting closer to my goal of building polished, efficient web applications.