The Rust Programming Handbook: An end-to-end guide to mastering Rust fundamentals

Dive deep into the essentials of Rust with this definitive guide that covers core programming features, techniques, and principles, setting a solid foundation for advanced system and web programming.

Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format

Key Features:

- Boost your career by mastering Rust's unique features, from systems programming to secure web applications

- Stay ahead of the curve with insights into the latest tools and frameworks within the Rust ecosystem

- Turn theoretical knowledge into practical expertise with engaging projects and step-by-step tutorials

Book Description:

The Rust Programming Handbook is a deeply engaging and meticulously crafted book designed to immerse programmers into the intricate world of Rust's core principles and sophisticated features. This book not only enhances your coding skills but also prepares you to tackle complex challenges in software development, optimizing your code for better performance and reliability.

You will explore Rust's powerful concurrency models, rigorous memory safety guarantees, and its versatile trait system. Discover the foundational elements that make Rust a standout language for developing safe and efficient applications. The book will show you how these core principles can seamlessly transition into real-world applications. You will learn how to apply Rust's capabilities to systems programming and web development, extending the reach of its safety and efficiency benefits across different programming domains. Whether it's creating low-level system components or high-performance web services, the book provides practical examples to integrate Rust effectively into a variety of projects.

Elevate your coding skills and become a sought-after professional in the tech industry with this essential guide. Rust from Beginner to Professional is your definitive toolkit for mastering advanced Rust programming techniques and writing high-quality code.

What You Will Learn:

- Thoroughly understand Rust's unique programming model and its advantages for software development

- Implement advanced features like smart pointers, concurrency, and error handling to write efficient and secure code

- Seamlessly incorporate Rust into your projects, enhancing both performance and scalability

- Prepare for sophisticated development tasks in systems and web programming using Rust

- Navigate Rust's ecosystem with the latest tools and frameworks to stay ahead in technology

Who this book is for:

This book is ideal for readers with a foundational knowledge of Rust as well as experienced developers from other programming backgrounds. Whether you're starting your journey with Rust and aiming to deepen your expertise, or you're an experienced developer in languages like C++, Java, or Python transitioning to Rust, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of its core mechanics. Technical leads and software architects who aim to implement Rust in their projects will find valuable insights into enhancing performance and safety, making it a crucial addition to their professional toolkit.

Table of Contents

- Getting Started with Rust

- Rust Syntax and Functions

- Functions in Rust

- Ownership, Borrowing, and References

- Composite Types in Rust and the Module System

- Error Handling in Rust

- Polymorphism and Lifetimes

- Object-Oriented Programming in Rust

- Thinking Functionally in Rust

- Smart Pointers and Memory Management

- Managing System Resources

- Managing System Resources

- Concurrency and Parallelism

- Rust for Web Development: Building Fullstack Applications

(N.B. Please use the Read Sample option to see further chapters)