Choosing Between Rust and C++ for a Multi-platform Project

This chapter delves into the debate of selecting a programming language for a project across multiple platforms, comparing the merits of Rust and C++. The speaker highlights the simplicity and effectiveness of C, along with the memory safety features and ownership model of Rust. They discuss challenges of exception handling, memory management, and the gradual adoption of Rust in curl, emphasizing a balanced approach towards evolving the software landscape.