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How does Ruby optimize constant lookup using cache invalidation strategies?

Updated May 17, 2026

Short answer

Ruby caches resolved constants and invalidates them when module structure changes.

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Constant lookup is expensive due to nested module resolution. Ruby caches resolved constants with versioning per module/class. When a module is reopened or modified, cache is invalidated globally or per scope. This allows fast repeated constant access while preserving correctness in dynamic environments.

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