Kevin Kleinfelter wrote:

> Which brings to mind the question -- which of the applications on RAA are
> examples of exceptionally well written code?  I'm still learning Ruby. I
> find that if I just write programs, I write idiomatic C programs in Ruby.
> I'm looking for recommendations on well written
> applications/frameworks/libraries that are an educational and interesting
> demonstration of superb Ruby code.
> 

See _why's RedHanded blog entry about Akira Tanaka:
http://redhanded.hobix.com/cult/theCodeClutteredLandscapeOfTanaka-san.html