Using gems with Chef
Read OriginalThis technical article details how to install Ruby gems using Chef, clarifying the key differences between the 'chef_gem' and 'gem_package' resources. It explains when to use each (system-wide vs. Chef-client-specific installations) and provides a practical example using the Nokogiri gem to solve common dependency and 'chicken-and-egg' problems in Chef libraries and resources.
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