Vitaly Bragilevsky, a Developer Advocate at JetBrains, shares his insights into Rust and the innovative IDE RustRover. He discusses the balance between open source and commercial tools, emphasizing community engagement. Listeners will learn about the exciting features on the horizon for RustRover and the importance of selecting the right IDE for personal development styles. Vitaly also highlights JetBrains' initiatives to improve accessibility and support for the Rust community, showcasing their commitment to fostering collaboration and creativity.
The Rust Asia Conference 2025, featuring keynote speaker Tim McNamara, is a key opportunity for networking and knowledge sharing within the Rust community.
Vitaly Bragilevsky emphasizes JetBrains' commitment to enhancing Rust Rover through user feedback and developing features like AI support for improved coding experiences.
Deep dives
Upcoming Rust Asia Conference 2025
The Rust Asia Conference 2025, scheduled for March 28th in Hong Kong, is highlighted as a significant event for those interested in the Rust programming language. As a key feature of the conference, Tim McNamara, author of 'Rust in Action', is announced as the keynote speaker, with additional speakers expected to be revealed. The conference presents an opportunity for attendees to engage with the Rust community, share knowledge, and network with other developers. This event serves to promote Rust in the Asian region and beyond, fostering collaboration and innovation within the Rust ecosystem.
Insights on Conference Experiences
Vitaly Baragilevsky, a developer advocate at JetBrains, shares insights from attending various Rust conferences, including Rust China and EurRust. He emphasizes the importance of effective conference organization, highlighting aspects like venue suitability, participant engagement with sponsors, and the overall attendee experience. Vitaly notes specific strategies that enhance interaction, such as creating spaces for coding and collaboration, which are well-received by participants. He expresses admiration for conference organizers, acknowledging the myriad challenges they face in executing successful events.
JetBrains' Role in the Rust Ecosystem
JetBrains actively develops Rust Rover, a dedicated IDE for Rust, launched commercially in May. The team aims to provide a seamless coding experience and continuously enhances functionalities, including AI support for tasks like code analysis and bug debugging. Through participation in conferences and community engagement, JetBrains seeks to understand users’ needs better and address pain points in their software. Vitaly emphasizes their commitment to the Rust ecosystem, encouraging developers to provide feedback and contribute to the improvement of their tools.
Licensing Structure and Community Support
The licensing structure for Rust Rover allows free use for non-commercial projects while providing a paid option for commercial use, ensuring accessibility for developers learning or experimenting with Rust. Vitaly explains that the decision to implement this model stems from a desire to give back to the community after transitioning from an open-source plugin. The JetBrains initiative includes providing licenses for educational purposes, supporting open-source projects, and facilitating local meetups, thereby fostering growth within the Rust community. Overall, JetBrains aims to strike a balance between commercial viability and community support.
Allen Wyma talks with [Vitaly Bragilevsky](https://bravit.pro/), developer advocatge at [JetBrains](https://www.jetbrains.com/). [RustRover](https://www.jetbrains.com/rust/) is an IDE for Rust that is created by JetBrains that is free for non-commercial use.
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## Timestamps
- [@00:00] - Meet Vitaly Bragilevsky, Developer Advocate at JetBrains
- [@12:42] - What JetBrains does in Rust and their IDE products
- [@18:05] - Which IDE to use for Rust developers
- [@24:25] - Open source vs. commercial products at JetBrains
- [@37:45] - Any upcoming features for RustRover
- [@43:36] - Pricing and free use cases
- [@49:17] - Other programs at JetBrains
## Other links
- [RUSTAsia Conf 2025](https://www.rustasiaconf.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=rustacean-station&utm_campaign=2025-02-17-vitaly-bragilevsky)
## Credits
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Show Notes: [Plangora](https://twitter.com/plangora)
Hosts: [Allen Wyma](https://twitter.com/allenwyma)
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