Add foreman/overmind requirement note to Getting Started guide

[justin808]

Summary

New developers following the Getting Started guide encounter the "can't find executable foreman" error when running ./bin/dev, but this requirement is only documented in the "Installation into an existing Rails app" guide.

This PR adds a clear note in the "Start the app" section to ensure developers know they need overmind or foreman installed before running bin/dev.

Changes

• Added a note after the bin/dev commands section stating: "Ensure that you have overmind or foreman installed to run bin/dev"
• Improved the comment for the bin/dev static command for clarity

Impact

• Existing installations: No impact
• New installations: Better developer experience with clearer requirements upfront

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Summary by CodeRabbit

• Documentation
  • Updated Getting Started guide: added recommendation to install a process manager (overmind or foreman) for running bin/dev.
  • Clarified startup example to show a static-bundling option (start with statically created bundles, no HMR).

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Walkthrough

Added documentation notes to the getting-started guide: require installing overmind or foreman to run bin/dev, and updated the example command to bin/dev static with a comment indicating it starts with statically created bundles (no HMR).

Changes

Cohort / File(s)	Summary
Documentation clarifications docs/getting-started.md	Added prerequisite note to install overmind or foreman for bin/dev; changed example command to bin/dev static and clarified it starts with statically created bundles (no HMR)

Estimated code review effort

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Poem

A rabbit reads the changelog bright,
Hops to docs in morning light,
"Install foreman, run bin/dev static," it sings,
No HMR—just bundled things,
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Pre-merge checks and finishing touches

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Title Check	✅ Passed	The PR title "Add foreman/overmind requirement note to Getting Started guide" directly and clearly describes the primary change in the pull request. The title accurately reflects the main objective stated in the PR description: adding a note to inform new developers that they need overmind or foreman installed before running bin/dev. The title is concise, specific, and avoids vague or generic language. A teammate reviewing the commit history would immediately understand that this PR improves documentation clarity by highlighting a critical dependency requirement upfront.
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[claude]

Pull Request Review

Summary

This PR adds a helpful note about the foreman/overmind requirement to the Getting Started guide. This addresses a common pain point where new developers encounter errors when trying to run bin/dev without these tools installed.

Strengths

1. Addresses Real Developer Pain Point: The change directly addresses the "can't find executable foreman" error that new developers encounter, improving the onboarding experience.

2. Proper Placement: The note is well-positioned immediately after the bin/dev commands, exactly where developers would need this information.

3. Consistent with Existing Docs: The note follows the same format and style used in other documentation files (e.g., installation-into-an-existing-rails-app.md:41 and tutorial.md:57).

4. Improved Comment Clarity: The enhancement to the bin/dev static comment adds helpful context about what "static" means (no HMR).

5. Minimal and Focused: The change is small, focused, and doesn't introduce unnecessary complexity.

Suggestions for Improvement

Consider Adding Installation Instructions: The note mentions what is needed but not how to install it. Consider adding brief installation commands to help developers get unblocked faster.

Alternative: System Requirements Section: Consider also adding foreman/overmind to the System Requirements section (lines 28-36) alongside Node.js, Ruby, etc. to catch the requirement even earlier.

Code Quality Checks

• Formatting: Markdown formatting is correct and consistent
• No Code Changes: This is documentation only, so no Ruby/JS linting issues
• Trailing Newline: File ends with proper newline (as required by CLAUDE.md)
• Consistency: Aligns with similar notes in other documentation files
• Accuracy: Information is technically correct

Recommendation

APPROVE - This is a valuable improvement to the developer experience that should be merged. The optional suggestions would make it even better, but the PR is already valuable as-is.

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[claude]

Code Review - PR #1870

Overview

This PR adds documentation for the foreman/overmind requirement in the Getting Started guide. The change is small, focused, and addresses a real pain point for new developers.

✅ Positive Aspects

1. Good Problem Identification: Correctly identifies a gap in documentation where new users encounter errors without knowing the prerequisite
2. Appropriate Placement: The note is placed right after the bin/dev commands, which is exactly where users would need this information
3. Clear and Concise: The added note is straightforward and easy to understand
4. Improved Clarity: The enhancement to the bin/dev static comment improves documentation quality

📝 Suggestions for Improvement

1. Link to Installation Instructions

Consider adding a link to where users can find installation instructions for these tools. For example:

> **Note:** Ensure that you have [`overmind`](https://github.com/DarthSim/overmind) or [`foreman`](https://github.com/ddollar/foreman) installed to run `bin/dev`. You can install foreman with `gem install foreman` or follow the overmind installation instructions.

2. Consider Earlier Placement

The note might be even more effective if placed in the "Prerequisites" or "Installation" section (if one exists) rather than after the commands. This would catch users before they attempt to run bin/dev.

3. Error Context

Consider mentioning the error users might see, which helps them connect the dots:

> **Note:** If you see "can't find executable foreman" error, ensure you have `overmind` or `foreman` installed.

🔍 Code Quality Assessment

• Markdown Formatting: ✅ Correct
• Consistency: ✅ Matches documentation style
• Spelling/Grammar: ✅ Clear and correct
• Trailing Newline: ⚠️ Please verify the file ends with a newline (per CLAUDE.md requirements)

🧪 Testing Considerations

Not applicable - documentation change only.

🔒 Security Concerns

None identified.

📊 Overall Assessment

This is a valuable improvement to the documentation that will save new developers time and frustration. The change is minimal, low-risk, and directly addresses a documented pain point.

Recommendation: ✅ Approve with minor suggestions

The PR can be merged as-is, though the suggestions above would further enhance the developer experience.

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[claude]

Code Review for PR #1870

Summary

This PR improves the developer experience by documenting the foreman/overmind requirement in the Getting Started guide. Overall, this is a positive change that addresses a real gap in the documentation.

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✅ Strengths

1. Addresses Real Pain Point: The PR correctly identifies that new developers following the Getting Started guide would encounter an error when running bin/dev without foreman or overmind installed.

2. Consistent with Existing Documentation: The note aligns well with the more detailed explanation in docs/getting-started/installation-into-an-existing-rails-app.md:41-43.

3. Clear and Concise: The added note is well-placed and easy to understand.

4. Documentation Only: No code changes means zero risk of introducing bugs or breaking changes.

5. Comment Improvement: The clarification for bin/dev static improves readability.

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💡 Suggestions for Improvement

1. Add Installation Instructions (Medium Priority)

The current note tells users they need foreman or overmind but doesn't tell them how to install it. Consider adding installation guidance:

> **Note:** Ensure that you have `overmind` or `foreman` installed to run `bin/dev`.
> - **overmind**: `brew install overmind` (macOS) or see [installation guide](https://github.com/DarthSim/overmind#installation)
> - **foreman**: `gem install foreman` (install globally, not in your project bundle - [details](https://github.com/ddollar/foreman/wiki/Don't-Bundle-Foreman))

Rationale: The existing installation guide at docs/getting-started/installation-into-an-existing-rails-app.md:41-43 already provides this detail. New developers would benefit from having it in both places.

2. Consider Note Placement (Low Priority)

The note appears after the commands, which means developers might try running bin/dev before reading it. Consider placing it before the code block:

> **Note:** Ensure that you have `overmind` or `foreman` installed to run `bin/dev`.

Start the app:

\`\`\`bash
bin/dev help
bin/dev # start with hmr
bin/dev static # start with statically created bundles (no HMR)
\`\`\`

Rationale: This follows the principle of presenting prerequisites before the action.

3. Verify File Ends with Newline (CRITICAL per CLAUDE.md)

Please ensure docs/getting-started.md ends with a newline character, as required by the project's linting rules.

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📋 Checklist Review

✅ Code Quality: N/A (documentation only)
✅ Best Practices: Follows documentation standards
✅ Potential Bugs: None (documentation only)
✅ Performance: N/A (documentation only)
✅ Security: N/A (documentation only)
✅ Test Coverage: N/A (documentation only)

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🎯 Recommendation

APPROVE with minor suggestions

The PR is ready to merge as-is, though the suggested improvements would enhance the developer experience further. At minimum, verify the trailing newline requirement before merging.

Great work addressing this documentation gap! 🚀

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Review generated with attention to project standards outlined in CLAUDE.md

[claude]

Pull Request Review - PR #1870

Overview

This PR addresses a genuine pain point for new developers by adding foreman/overmind installation requirements directly in the Getting Started guide. The change is well-motivated and improves developer experience.

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Strengths

1. Excellent UX improvement: Prevents the common "can't find executable foreman" error that frustrates new developers
2. Good placement: The note appears right before the bin/dev commands, exactly where developers need it
3. Comprehensive guidance: Includes installation instructions for both overmind and foreman with platform-specific details
4. Consistency: Aligns with similar content in installation-into-an-existing-rails-app.md (lines 41-43)
5. Clear formatting: The blockquote note format makes it visually prominent
6. Helpful clarification: The comment improvement for bin/dev static adds useful context

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Suggestions for Improvement

1. Documentation Consistency

Consider ensuring consistent wording between both Getting Started guides. The PR version is actually clearer with the inline installation command.

2. Minor: Heading Structure

The "Start the app:" text after the note could be formatted as a proper heading or integrated into the note for better visual hierarchy (optional enhancement).

3. Consider Windows Users

The overmind installation command only mentions macOS. While the link covers other platforms, consider mentioning this explicitly for Linux/Windows users.

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Code Quality Assessment

• Best practices: Follows Markdown best practices
• Potential bugs: None identified
• Performance: N/A (documentation only)
• Security concerns: None - links to official documentation
• Test coverage: N/A (documentation only)

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Final Recommendation

Approve with minor optional suggestions

This is a valuable improvement that will save new developers time and frustration. The changes are well-crafted and ready to merge. The suggestions above are optional enhancements for consistency and completeness, but not blockers.

The PR successfully addresses the stated goal of improving the Getting Started experience, and the implementation is clean and appropriate.

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Impact Summary:

• Reduces developer friction
• Improves documentation completeness
• No breaking changes
• Minimal maintenance burden

Great work on identifying and fixing this documentation gap!

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[claude]

Code Review - PR #1870: Add foreman/overmind requirement note to Getting Started guide

Overall Assessment

✅ Approved with minor suggestions

This is a valuable documentation improvement that addresses a common pain point for new developers. The changes are clear, helpful, and well-placed.

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Strengths

1. Excellent Problem-Solution Fit: Directly addresses the "cant find executable foreman" error that new developers encounter
2. Good Placement: The note appears right before the bin/dev commands, ensuring developers see it at the right time
3. Helpful Links: Includes installation instructions for both overmind and foreman with external references
4. Improved Clarity: The comment for bin/dev static is now more descriptive

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Code Quality & Best Practices

✅ Documentation Structure: The note uses proper markdown formatting with blockquote syntax
✅ Cross-Platform Support: Covers both overmind (modern, preferred) and foreman (traditional)
✅ External References: Links to official installation guides

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Suggestions for Improvement

1. Minor Formatting Consistency

The note could benefit from slightly more concise formatting. This is a minor suggestion - the current version is perfectly acceptable.

2. Consider Adding Why

You might want to briefly explain why these tools are needed (though not critical) - e.g., "The bin/dev command uses a process manager to run multiple services simultaneously."

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Security Considerations

✅ No security concerns - documentation-only change
✅ Appropriately recommends installing foreman globally (not in bundle) which is the correct security practice

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Performance & Issues

N/A - Documentation change only. No bugs or performance concerns identified.

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Test Coverage

N/A - Documentation change, but the PR description indicates good manual verification

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Additional Notes

1. File Endings: Ensure the file ends with a newline character (per CLAUDE.md requirements)
2. Formatting: Run rake autofix before committing to ensure Prettier compliance
3. Impact: This change will significantly improve the new developer onboarding experience

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Final Recommendation

LGTM ✅ - This is a solid documentation improvement. The minor suggestions above are optional refinements, not blockers.

Great work improving the developer experience! This addresses a real pain point effectively.

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[claude]

PR Review: Add foreman/overmind requirement note to Getting Started guide

Summary

This PR adds documentation about the foreman/overmind requirement directly in the Getting Started guide. The change addresses a common pain point where new developers encounter errors.

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Positives

1. Excellent UX improvement - Moving this requirement earlier prevents frustration for new users
2. Consistent with existing documentation - Matches installation-into-an-existing-rails-app.md
3. Clear installation instructions - Provides both macOS and general installation paths
4. Improved clarity - The comment for bin/dev static is now more descriptive

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Suggestions

1. Placement within the workflow

The note is placed after the generator command but before the Start the app heading. Consider moving it directly under the Start the app heading for better visibility and flow.

2. Linux/Windows users

The overmind installation only mentions macOS. Consider being explicit that the link is for other platforms.

3. Cross-reference

Consider adding a link to docs/building-features/foreman-issues.md for troubleshooting.

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Code Quality

• No code changes, only documentation
• Markdown syntax is correct
• Links are valid
• Formatting is consistent

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Security

• No security concerns
• Links point to official repositories

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Final Recommendation

APPROVE with minor suggestions

The PR solves a real problem and improves developer experience.

Optional improvements (non-blocking):

1. Move the note directly under Start the app heading
2. Add explicit mention of other platforms in overmind installation
3. Add link to foreman-issues.md for troubleshooting

Great work addressing this common pain point!

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