Developing a quick reference [Nov. 30, 2011, 6:52 a.m.]
Collablorative work editing, modifying and adding to the beginners quick reference guide:
RAILS QUICK Reference
Note: colon NOT part of command statement.
rails new <name of directory> : Creates the app directory.
rake db:create : Creates the database using the default SQLite.
rake -t : Shows the commands.
rails s : Start the rails server.
ctrl C : Stops the rails server.
http://localhost:3000 : Default webpage indicates that it is working.
rails generate controller home index : Rails generated the home controller in the app directory which is where you mainly will be working in.