Space - The Rusty Frontier - Rust in Aerospace

Explore the intersection of Rust programming and space technology in this conference talk from RustConf 2018. Discover how a CubeSat mission incorporated Rust into their software framework, transitioning from C to enhance safety and performance. Learn about the motivations behind choosing Rust for aerospace applications, the integration process with existing C code, and its impact on developer productivity. Gain insights into the potential future of Rust in space exploration, and see images of possibly the first spacecraft running Rust in low Earth orbit. Delve into the challenges and benefits of using Rust in the aerospace industry, where safe and performant software is crucial.