Rbbt: A Framework for Fast Bioinformatics Development with Ruby

Abstract

In a fast evolving field like molecular biology, which produces great amounts of data at an ever increasing pace, it becomes fundamental the development of analysis applications that can keep up with that pace. The Rbbt development framework intends to support the development of complex functionality with strong data processing dependencies, as reusable components, and serving them through a simple and consistent API. This way, the framework promotes reuse and accessibility, and complements other solutions like classic APIs and function libraries or web services. The Rbbt framework currently provides a wide range of functionality from text mining to microarray meta-analysis.