Confessions of a Rusty Java Developer

Explore the world of Rust programming through the eyes of a seasoned Java developer in this 51-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Discover why Rust has gained significant momentum in recent years, from its roots in system programming and WebAssembly to its current vibrant ecosystem for asynchronous server-side programming. Learn about Rust's unique features and how they differ from Java, including its powerful compiler, memory safety guarantees, and ability to share code across languages. Gain insights into Rust's development patterns for common data structures like Maps and Lists, and understand how the Rust toolchain opens up new target platforms, including microcontrollers. Compare Rust's approach to Java's evolving features such as records, sealed classes, and pattern matching. Whether you're a curious Java developer or looking to expand your programming horizons, this gentle introduction to Rust will showcase its potential benefits and help you understand why it's consistently voted the most loved programming language on Stack Overflow.