Demystifying Rust Parsing - Language Parsing and Automatic Binding Generation
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Overview
Explore language parsing and automatic binding generation in Rust through this 26-minute conference talk presented at FOSDEM 2018. Delve into topics such as lexical analysis, abstract syntax trees (ASDs), syntax libraries, and code generation. Learn how to leverage parsing techniques for various use cases, understand the importance of parsing in programming, and discover the power of macros in Rust. Gain insights into function declarations, syntax matching, and practical code examples. Originally presented by Nikita Baksalyar, this talk offers a comprehensive overview of Rust parsing concepts for developers looking to enhance their understanding of language processing and code generation techniques.
Syllabus
Introduction
What is parsing
Lexical Analysis
Other Use Cases
How to Use ASDs
Syntax Library
Syntax
Importing Syntax
Match
Function Declaration
Code Generation
Why Parsing
How to Generate Code
Code
Macros
Questions
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