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Evolution of Asynchronous Programming in Rust
The chapter explores the journey of asynchronous programming in Rust, from the absence of async abstractions to the introduction of async await in 2019, highlighting the challenges faced by the community. It delves into the concept of asynchronous programming, focusing on tasks, schedulers, and the importance of special functionalities in async contexts. The discussion emphasizes the efficiency benefits of asynchronous programming in Rust for optimizing resource usage and reducing complexity in managing connections.