How can I execute an IronRuby script from Rails 3.0.7 on Windows?

Question

I have a project in Ruby 1.9.2 using Rails 3.0.7 on Windows in which I would like to be able to run both Ruby and IronRuby scripts. When I attempt to call an IronRuby script (ex. - "ir example.rb") using system() or backticks, it seems as though the script is not being run in IronRuby. I have some .dll files required and when the script is being run I am receiving a LoadError saying that there is a missing helper file example.dll.rb. Does anyone have any information regarding running an IronRuby script from Rails3? Thanks!

Answer 1

When making the call to run the IronRuby script, include the path to your IronRuby bin.. ex: "system('C:\IronRuby\bin\rspec example_spec.rb')"