Course Outline
Introduction
- Defining Rust and its core principles
- Comparing Rust with other programming languages
- Overview of Rust's key features and architecture
Delving into Rust
- The lifecycle of a Rust program
- How Rust operates at the systems level
- Memory safety and the concept of ownership in Rust
Getting Started
- Setting up the development environment
- Installing Rust as part of the programming toolchain
- Configuring the Rust development environment
- Introduction to the Cargo package manager
Fundamental Syntax and Concepts
- Variables and data types in Rust
- Control flow mechanisms and loops
- Defining functions and modules
- The principles of ownership and borrowing
Error Handling and Panics
- Managing errors using Result and Option types
- Distinguishing between unwinding and aborting with panic!
- Creating custom error types and implementing error handling strategies
Memory Management in Rust
- Allocating memory on the stack versus the heap
- Utilising pointers and references in Rust
- Managing memory through Box and unsafe blocks
Structs and Enums in Systems Programming
- Defining and manipulating structs
- Creating and leveraging enums
- Applying pattern matching techniques in Rust
Interfacing with C and Low-Level Code
- Connecting Rust with C and C++ codebases
- Utilising FFI (Foreign Function Interface)
- Working with raw pointers and unsafe code
Concurrency and Synchronization
- Concurrency models relevant to systems programming
- Using Mutex, RwLock, and Condvar for synchronisation
- Implementing channels and message passing for inter-thread communication
Debugging and Troubleshooting Rust Programs
- Essential tools and techniques for debugging Rust applications
- Profiling methods and performance analysis
- Resolving common issues encountered in systems programming
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- Fundamental grasp of core programming concepts
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (such as C or C++)
Target Audience
- Developers
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Testimonials (2)
Very good topic structure, perfect presentation, very high level of trainer's knowlwdge. Flawless infrastructure.
Tibor Pozsgai
Course - Rust Advanced
Solid introduction to rust with advanced elements like macros. Practical code exercises, a lot of side comments, free discussion and consultations.
