database modeling mac app for ruby on rails development

Question

Hello,

I am building web applications using Ruby on Rails and I would like to know what's the best tool for OS X to mock a new application from a functionality perspective and not graphic design. I would like to be able to get an idea of what the application will require in terms of resources before starting to write the code.

Thanks, Cezar

Answer 1

For any resource / application planning, I'd really just use a pen and paper :)

Is there any specific requirement as to the sort of functionality you are after?

Answer 2

Balsamiq? It's flash based.

The trial has a nag, but other than that appears to be fully functional.

Answer 3

SQLEditor is pretty minimalistic, easy to use and supports exporting to Rails migrations.

Answer 4

I typically use OmniGraffle for this sort of thing. You can download additional templates that allow you to do UML and database specific design.