Deploying Qt Ruby Applications as a Debian packages for Kubuntu

Introduction

Packaging up Ruby applications for distributions is something that is historically a bit of a controversial subject. The major reason for this is that the Debian-based package management software in Kubuntu apt fills a similar role as rubygems the package management software for Ruby across all platforms. And the File Hierarchy Standards (FHS) mandate a layout for applications to adhere to which is sometimes difficult for Ruby applications. However, fear not! Here's your guide to getting from developers Ruby app to a Debian package.