Unwrapping Rust on Embedded Linux

Explore the journey of migrating an embedded codebase from C to Rust in this insightful 54-minute conference talk. Gain valuable lessons and strategies for adopting Rust in embedded Linux development, focusing on enhancing feature development speed, code confidence, and developer satisfaction. Delve into the learning curve for experienced engineers transitioning to Rust, including time investment and essential resources. Discover techniques for managing simultaneous C and Rust codebases during progressive migration. Examine the challenges of integrating Rust compilers with Yocto and ensuring compatibility across versions and architectures. Learn effective methods for cross-compiling Rust binaries outside of Yocto. Explore evolved testing practices in Rust, from unit tests to qemu-based integration tests. Compare Rust and C code sizes, and uncover optimization strategies. Embrace the opportunity to set new standards in embedded development and enhance your coding experience with Rust.