where to work and learn Rails?

AFAIK, almost all of the Rails shops here (e.g. G2iX, SourcePad, Ubertor) look for web developers with at least 2 years of web development experience, though not necessarily in Rails.

In learning Rails, it's best to follow what redshift said: learn the basics of web development like SQL, HTML, and server side scripting first before diving into Rails.

Once you got that covered, you can wait for the next RailsJam to learn Rails, or you can try learning it on your own. Sites like this and groups like PhRUG are always around to help you deal with the questions and problems you encounter along the way.

BTW, PinoyRB.org is now up.

Haven't heard of a local company yet - given that RoR is a non-mainstream market, there aren't many - w/c provides a good mentoring program for Ruby/Rails developers. I guess the current trend is that most developers somehow learn the language and framework on their own.

I believe the company I worked with (Rivereo) though has a vacancy for a junior to midlevel RoR developer.

An alternative: Join the mentoring program at PhRUG (http://groups.google.com/group/ruby-phil). We're doing some open-source projects, open to everyone from all skill levels.

It depends. I'd ask you to start your own company instead, and start studying basic html and css. You should look for companies abroad if you really want to get a junior position in rails. I am not certain of good startups here that are readily hiring newbies to get into rails.

To learn ruby you don't really have to work while you do so. Instead, look for a job as a web developer in some company and eventually push management to try out rails. This is a route that some take.

Because ruby on rails is relatively "New", I'd suggest going first for a web developer position under other languages (like php, perl, python). Then gradually shift to rails and apply for jobs in other companies.

Anyways, a good company for rails might be piotr (did I get the name of the company correct?) or go have a look at craigslist or freelancer jobsites like nullpointer jobs or itpinoy.com. Goodluck!

instead of learning rails directly, you can try learning one of the many RoR inspired PHP or .net frameworks, which are similar in concept (MVC, object orientation), and help while learning rails.

I work for someone who's hiring (short term). Could be long term for the right candidate. Programmers and designers may be needed later. I'm searching for candidates right now (as lead for his projects).

http://www.blog.bridgeutopiaweb.com/post/are-you-a-web-designer-looking-for-a-startup-job/