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XML to Ruby Converter

Convert XML data to Ruby classes with attributes and methods

XML Input

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Ruby Output

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How to Convert XML to Ruby Classes - Step by Step Guide

Step 1

Input Your XML Schema

Start by adding your XML data that needs to be converted to Ruby classes. The tool analyzes the structure to generate appropriate Ruby classes with attributes and methods.

Example: Try This XML Data

Copy and paste this XML example to see how it works: 💎

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<blog-post id="POST-2024-001" published="true">
  <title>Ruby on Rails Best Practices</title>
  <author>Sarah Johnson</author>
  <category>Web Development</category>
  <publish-date>2024-01-15</publish-date>
  <content>
    <summary>Learn the essential Ruby on Rails patterns</summary>
    <word-count>1250</word-count>
    <reading-time>5</reading-time>
  </content>
  <metadata>
    <views>2847</views>
    <likes>156</likes>
    <featured>true</featured>
  </metadata>
</blog-post>
Step 2

Configure Ruby Options

Customize how your XML is converted to Ruby classes! ⚙️ Choose naming conventions and method generation options.

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Attr_accessor methods: Generate attr_accessor for clean property access
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Initialize method: Automatic constructor with hash-based initialization
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JSON methods: Built-in to_hash and to_json methods for serialization
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Nokogiri integration: XML parsing with Nokogiri gem support
Step 3

Get Generated Ruby Code

Watch the transformation! ✨ Your XML structure becomes clean, idiomatic Ruby classes.

Ruby Code Output

Your XML becomes these Ruby classes:

require 'nokogiri'
require 'json'

class BlogPost
  attr_accessor :id, :published, :title, :author, :category

  def initialize(data = {})
    data.each do |key, value|
      instance_variable_set("@#{key}", value) if respond_to?("#{key}=")
    end
  end

  def to_hash
    hash = {}
    hash[:id] = @id if defined?(@id)
    hash[:published] = @published if defined?(@published)
    hash
  end

  def to_json(*args)
    to_hash.to_json(*args)
  end
end
Step 4

Copy or Download Ruby Code

Perfect! Now you can use your Ruby classes in your applications for XML processing. 🚀

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Copy to clipboard for immediate use in your Ruby projects
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Download .rb files for integration into your Ruby application
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Use with frameworks like Ruby on Rails and Sinatra
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Web applications and API development

What is XML to Ruby Conversion? 🔄

XML to Ruby conversion transforms XML schemas into Ruby classes with attributes, methods, and JSON serialization capabilities. This process analyzes XML structure and generates Ruby classes that can parse and serialize XML data, making it easy to work with XML in Ruby applications and web services.

The generated Ruby classes include attr_accessor methods, initialize constructors, to_hash and to_json methods for serialization, and integration with Nokogiri for XML parsing, enabling seamless XML processing in Ruby applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Ruby features are included in the generated classes?

The tool generates Ruby classes with attr_accessor methods, initialize constructors that accept hash parameters, to_hash and to_json methods for serialization, and class methods for XML parsing with Nokogiri integration.

Are the generated Ruby classes compatible with Ruby on Rails?

Yes! The generated Ruby classes work perfectly with Ruby on Rails applications, controllers, and can be used for XML serialization in API responses. They integrate seamlessly with Rails' ActiveSupport and can be used as models or service objects.

How does the tool handle complex XML hierarchies in Ruby?

Complex XML structures are converted to nested Ruby classes with proper relationships. Each XML element becomes a Ruby class with appropriate attributes and methods, maintaining the hierarchical structure and enabling easy navigation through the object model.

Can I use these classes with Nokogiri for XML parsing?

Absolutely! The generated Ruby classes include Nokogiri integration and from_xml class methods. You can use them to parse XML documents and automatically create Ruby objects from XML data, making XML processing in Ruby applications much easier.

What Ruby naming conventions are used in the generated code?

The tool follows Ruby naming conventions: class names use PascalCase, attribute names use snake_case, and method names follow Ruby standards. XML attributes and elements are automatically converted to proper Ruby naming conventions.

Is the XML to Ruby converter completely free?

Yes, completely free with no restrictions on XML complexity, file size, or usage frequency. Generate unlimited Ruby classes from XML schemas without registration, and download the complete Ruby source code for immediate integration into your Ruby projects.