Introduction to ActiveRecord Callbacks with Enums #

In Rails, ActiveRecord callbacks allow you to execute custom logic at different points in an object's lifecycle, such as before saving, updating, or deleting a record.

When combined with enums, callbacks can automate status changes, enforce validations, or trigger notifications when a specific enum value is set.

Common Use Cases of Enums with Callbacks #

• Automatically setting an enum value before saving a record
• Preventing invalid enum transitions
• Sending notifications when an enum changes
• Logging changes to an enum field