Quick Answer
Missing end keywords or unbalanced delimiters
Understanding the Issue
This syntax error occurs when Ruby reaches the end of file while expecting more code (missing "end", closing bracket, etc.).
The Problem
This code demonstrates the issue:
Ruby
Error
# Problem: Missing end
def greet
puts "Hello"
The Solution
Here's the corrected code:
Ruby
Fixed
# Solution: Add missing end
def greet
puts "Hello"
end
# Also check:
[1, 2, 3].each { |n| puts n } # Balanced {}
Key Takeaways
Count your opening/closing keywords and delimiters.