Ruby Gems are essential packages that extend the functionality of Ruby applications. They serve as a package manager, allowing Ruby developers to add reusable libraries and functions easily. Here’s how you can manage Ruby Gems within cPanel:

Steps to Install Ruby Gems in cPanel

1. Log into cPanel:

   • Access your cPanel dashboard through your web hosting account.

2. Navigate to Ruby Gems:

   • In the Software section, find and click on Ruby Gems.

3. Install a Ruby Gem:

   • In the Install a Ruby Gem field, enter the name of the gem you want to install.
   • Use the Search field to locate the gem.
   • Once located, click Install Now.

4. Manage Installed Gems:

   • The newly installed gem will appear in the Installed Ruby Gem(s) table.
   • From here, you can:
     • Update: Keep the gem up-to-date.
     • Reinstall: Reinstall if necessary.
     • Uninstall: Remove the gem when it’s no longer needed.
     • View Documentation: Access the gem’s documentation.

5. Installing Gems via Command Line:

   • If cPanel provides command line access, use the command:
     gem install [gemname]
   • Replace [gemname] with the actual name of the gem you wish to install.

Important Notes

• Repository: Gems are sourced directly from the RubyForge repository.

Legacy Ruby Installation: This method applies only to legacy Ruby setups and does not affect applications installed through the Application Manager in cPanel.