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ruby-libgd v0.2.2 — Real Text & Layout for Ruby Graphics

by Giménez Silva Germán Alberto —

https://rubystacknews.com/2026/01/14/ruby-libgd-v0-2-2-text-layout-foundations-for-ruby-graphics/

Ruby just got a serious typography engine. ruby-libgd v0.2.2 introduces FreeType-powered text measurement, high-DPI rendering, multiline layout, rotation, and pixel-perfect labels — all directly from Ruby.

If you render maps, charts, posters, or UI overlays, this update changes everything.

👉 Read the full article to see how Ruby now handles text like a real graphics engine.

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