What is rust?

• A new programming language
• Predictable high performance
• Memory & thread safety
• Compile-time error checking
• Powerful multi-paradigm syntax
• Minimal runtime, no garbage-collector
• Multiplatform (Unix/Windows/OSX)
• Modules+package manager (Cargo)

(why) SHOULD I Care?

• High performance & control…
• …yet feels like a high-level language
• Backed by Mozilla & Samsung
• Rust 1.0 is here — safe, fast, stable
• Already used by live applications
• Open Source, Open Governance
• LLVM cross-platform + ARM support
• Great ecosystem: Crates.io

from Prototype to PRoduct

the Tessel 2
tessel.io

• Prototype in any language (JS, Python)
• Refactor in Rust if needed
• Order with modules integrated
• Profit! $$$

OSS + OS-HW + OG

GEt IN TOUCH

RUST HUNGARY
rust-lang.hu

• Read more: Dive into Rust
• Learn Rust or try it now!
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• Discuss: join the Facebook usergroup
• Contribute!
• Enjoy!

Thank you!

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slid.es/flaki/introducing-rust

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