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What is Rust?

Rust is a new programming language that had its 1.0 release in 2015:

• Rust is a statically compiled language in a similar role as C++
  • rustc uses LLVM as its backend.
• Rust supports many platforms and architectures:
  • x86, ARM, WebAssembly, ...
  • Linux, Mac, Windows, ...
• Rust is used for a wide range of devices:
  • firmware and boot loaders,
  • smart displays,
  • mobile phones,
  • desktops,
  • servers.

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Rust fits in the same area as C++:

• High flexibility.
• High level of control.
• Can be scaled down to very constrained devices such as microcontrollers.
• Has no runtime or garbage collection.
• Focuses on reliability and safety without sacrificing performance.

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