json-typed-attributes

What problem does it solve?

Rails apps often need to store dynamic data without creating new columns. This skill provides typed JSON-backed attributes in Rails models via the StoreJsonAttributes concern, offering automatic type casting, validations, and seamless form integration.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Define and cast typed attributes (string, integer, decimal, boolean, date, array, text) stored in a single JSON column.
• Validate JSON-backed attributes like regular ActiveRecord attributes and integrate with Rails forms.
• Use cases include storing configuration, metadata, or dynamic fields within a single jsonb column.

Quick Start

Create a Rails model with a JSONB column named data and include the StoreJsonAttributes concern. Then define typed attributes, e.g.:

• store_typed_attributes [:timeline], type: :string, field: :data
• store_typed_attributes [:categories], type: :array, field: :data You can add validations and strong parameters as needed.