Hi, I want to focus on why you might be interested in learning Rust in this short article.
If you're reading this, you may already be interested in learning Rust. However, if not, I understand you. I am also very skeptical about learning new technologies. But I am here to try to change your mind.
Here are some reasons to consider it:
Performance: The main reason Rust has become popular is that it is designed to be fast and efficient. This makes it an excellent choice for performance-critical applications. It can often match (or exceed) the performance of C and C++ while providing additional safety features. I believe it strikes a good balance between performance and safety.
Memory Safety: Rust is designed to be memory-safe. This helps avoid common programming errors like null pointer dereferences and buffer overflows. Rust achieves this through its ownership system, which enforces strict rules about how memory is accessed and shared. This is a valuable feature for developers who want to write safe and reliable code without worrying about low-level memory management!
Concurrency: Writing concurrent code is usually a nightmare; however, Rust simplifies creating concurrent programs. Its strong type system and ownership model help prevent data races.
Helpful (and annoying) Compiler & Tooling: Rust's compiler is well-known for being very helpful. It does not just report random errors (I see you Java), it often explains them thoroughly and suggests how to fix your code. I like to compare it to that old annoying grandma who wants the best for you. You know she's annoying, but she is right. Plus, Rust comes with a fantastic tool called 'Cargo' that makes it easy to manage your project's dependencies and build your programs, simplifying the development process.
Are you not convinced yet? Well, I kept the best shot as the last one:
Rust has been voted the most-admired programming language in the latest Stack Overflow survey. Do you want to base your future learning choices on what you read on Twitter, what a tech influencer says, or real data?
If you are interested in learning Rust, I just published a 3.5-hour video on YouTube; it's free and might help you understand the core concepts of the language. Good luck!
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Top comments (12)
What about zig ?
I haven't used it myself. I recognize its potential and its performance comparability to C, but I believe it's quite niche and not really intended for the general public. It might be great for a creator to explore or just for fun, but perhaps less suitable if you're planning to bet your future on it. That's my current perspective on Zig.
However, I might give it a try one day – who knows? I'm always open to trying new things.
Rust is arising language nowadays among developers.
Rust is widely used for web servers and especially for smart contracts on Solana or other chains.
I hope to learn Rust.
You should qualify what Rust is good for. For example, if you want to build a website, maybe Rust is not the best fit 😅
tbh rust just keeps coming up everywhere lately - always makes me wonder if strong safety wins out long run or if ease of use still matters most in the end. you think languages truly stick because they're safer or because people just like working with them?
You nailed why Rust is worth checking out. The performance and memory safety alone make it super appealing, and that “annoying grandma” compiler comparison is hilarious—so true! If people are still on the fence, the fact that devs consistently love Rust should be reason enough to give it a shot.
love the honesty, i get real stubborn about picking up new languages too - you think most folks get stuck because of fear of starting over or something else?
Don't be your first language, but it is good to be next language
the time u spent to understand ownership, can be used to learn entire C++
very good news
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