Comprehensive Rust 🦀

What is the project about?

This project is a multi-day Rust course developed by the Android team at Google. It's designed to teach Rust to experienced software engineers, particularly those with a background in C++ or Java.

What problem does it solve?

It provides a structured and comprehensive curriculum for learning Rust, addressing the need for skilled Rust developers within organizations like Google and beyond. It helps scale the adoption of Rust by providing high-quality training materials.

What are the features of the project?

Covers a wide range of Rust topics, from basic syntax to advanced concepts like generics and error handling.
Includes deep dives into specific areas like Android, Chromium, bare-metal programming, and concurrency.
Designed for classroom-style teaching, fostering discussion and interaction.
Open-source and available for others to use and adapt for their own training needs.

What are the technologies used in the project?

Rust: The core programming language being taught.
mdBook: A utility for creating online books from Markdown files.
mdbook-svgbob: An mdBook preprocessor for rendering SVGBob diagrams.
mdbook-i18n-helpers and i18n-report: Tools for internationalizing mdBook projects.
mdbook-exerciser: mdbook preprocessor.
mdbook-course: mdbook preprocessor.
mdbook-linkcheck: checks the internal links.

What are the benefits of the project?

Provides a high-quality, structured learning path for Rust.
Facilitates the adoption of Rust within organizations.
Open-source and freely available, promoting wider use and contribution.
Developed by experienced engineers at Google, ensuring practical relevance.

What are the use cases of the project?

Internal training for software engineers at companies adopting Rust.
University courses or workshops on Rust programming.
A resource for teams looking to create their own Rust training programs.
(With limitations) Self-study for individuals learning Rust, although it's primarily designed for a classroom setting.