Rust in Production

In this insightful discussion, Jessie Frazelle, CEO of Zoo and a former engineer at Microsoft, Docker, and Google, shares her vision for transforming hardware design tools. She highlights the shortcomings of current CAD tools and how Zoo aims to modernize these processes using Rust. The conversation touches on migrating from C++ to Rust, the challenges and advantages of Rust for software reliability, and the chaotic yet thrilling life of startup innovation. Frazelle also reflects on the importance of user-friendly code generation and the role of automation in hardware development.

Scott Chacon, co-founder of GitButler and former GitHub co-founder, and Kiril Videlov, CTO with a rich fintech background, discuss making version control simpler. They share how they are building a modern Git client aimed at enhancing developer interactions, akin to Google Docs. The duo elaborates on their use of Rust, the challenges of optimizing Git's functionalities, and the balance between functional and object-oriented programming. They also share laughs about their dad joke culture, emphasizing a lighthearted team atmosphere.

In this engaging discussion, Steve Klabnik, a veteran software engineer at Oxide Computer Company and co-author of 'The Rust Programming Language,' shares insights on building cutting-edge server systems from the ground up. He elaborates on the unique advantages of integrating hardware and software using Rust, which enhances security and performance. Steve also tackles the complexities of Rust's asynchronous programming and its vibrant community growth, illustrating how these elements align with modern data center needs.

Deb Roy Chowdhury, VP of Product Management at InfinyOn, shares his insights on evolving data infrastructures. He explains how legacy systems create integration chaos and how InfinyOn's Fluvio simplifies data streaming across various platforms. Chowdhury delves into Rust’s role in enhancing asynchronous tasks and the efficient handling of diverse data formats. He also discusses the challenges of no-code solutions and the importance of observability, emphasizing how a unified approach can empower data teams and streamline workflows.

Conrad Irwin, a seasoned developer known for his work on Superhuman, discusses his journey with Zed, a cutting-edge text editor built from scratch. He delves into the innovative use of Rust and GPU rendering, pushing the boundaries of performance. Interesting topics include enhancing type safety with custom smart pointers, the implementation of async solutions for seamless GPU interfaces, and integrating WebAssembly with Tree Sitter for improved coding capabilities. Conrad also emphasizes the importance of community in collaborative coding and overcoming challenges in large file editing.

Dive into the transformative role of Rust in modern software development. Discover why many are migrating from C++ and Python to Rust as a secure solution. Explore the long-term success of efficient data pipeline management and learn how tools like Infinium's Fluvio help streamline processes. Hear inspiring stories of companies enhancing productivity and reducing bugs with Rust. Plus, uncover the growing confidence in Rust adoption across the industry, fueled by collaborative experiences and community engagement!

Many devs dream of one day writing their own operating system. Ideally in their favorite language: Rust. For many of us, this dream remains just that: a dream.Jeremy Soller from System76, however, didn't just contribute kernel code for Pop!_OS, but also started his own operating system, RedoxOS, which is completely written in Rust. One might get the impression that he likes to tinker with low-level code!In this episode of Rust in Production, Jeremy talks about his journey. From getting hired as a kernel developer at Denver-based company System76 after looking at the job ad for 1 month and finally applying, to being the maintainer of not one but two operating systems, additional system tools, and the Rust-based Cosmic desktop. We'll talk about why it's hard to write correct C code even for exceptional developers like Jeremy and why Rust is so great for refactoring and sharing code across different levels of abstraction.About System76From hardware all the way up to the UI, System76 pushes hard for vertical integration. The company has a strong following amongst Linux enthusiasts and is a big advocate for Rust. They use it across the stack for most (all?) of their major projects. Instead of GNOME or KDE, the Denver-based company even built their own user interface in Rust, called COSMIC.About Jeremy SollerJeremy is a hardware and kernel hacker who has an intricate understanding of low-level computing. With Redox OS, an operating system fully written in Rust, he was one of the first developers who pushed the boundaries of what was possible with the still young language. The first release of Redox was in April 2015 when Rust hadn't even reached 1.0. By all means, Jeremy is a pioneer in the Rust community, an expert in low-level programming, and an advocate for robust, reliable systems programming.About our Sponsor: InfinyOnData pipelines are often slow, unreliable, and complex. InfinyOn, the creators of Fluvio, aims to fix this. Built in Rust, Fluvio offers fast, reliable data streaming. It lets you build event-driven pipelines quickly, running as a single 37 MB binary. With features like SmartModules, it handles various data types efficiently. Designed for developers, it offers a clean API and intuitive CLI. Streamline your data infrastructure at infinyon.com/rustinprod.Links From The ShowRedoxOSSystem76 firmware updaterOpenCVOld Rust syntax examples (click "start" to see changes over time!)icedcosmicsoftbuffer, a framebuffer craterust-bootx86_64_unknown_none target tripletOsborne 1CP/MSecurity vulnerabilities in the Rust std libraryStackOverflow Survey: Rust is the most-admired programming language with an 83% score in 2024.orbclientIntel 8051 WikipediaRaspberry RP2040Philipp Oppermann: "Writing an OS in Rust"libcosmicdistinstsoftbufferOfficial LinksSystem76Redox OSJeremy's private homepageJeremy on GitHubJeremy on MastodonInfinyOn's HomepageAbout corrode"Rust in Production" is a podcast by corrode, a company that helps teams adopt Rust. We offer training, consulting, and development services to help you succeed with Rust. If you want to learn more about how we can help you, please get in touch.

Rust can run everywhere, and by everywhere, we don't just mean on all operating systems, but also in all kinds of harsh environments: from the depths of the ocean to the vastness of space. Today we talk to a company that is using Rust to conquer the air. Fusion Engineering is building drone control systems for the next generation of drones.Jakub Valtar walks us through how Fusion Engineering came to use Rust as the foundation of their company. He explains why Rust is the safest choice for building drone control systems and what it takes to get into drone development.About Fusion EngineeringFusion Engineering identified a critical gap in the industry: while drone hardware has advanced rapidly, software development has lagged behind.Their approach is ambitious - developing drone control systems from the ground up, with a strong focus on safety. It's about making drones fly reliably in complex environments.Their flight controller is designed to meet the most stringent EU regulations, potentially allowing drones to operate safely in urban areas and withstand harsh conditions offshore.About Jakub ValtarJakub Valtar is a game engine developer turned drone software engineer. He feels comfortable in performance-critical environments and loves the intersection between art and technology. He joined Fusion Engineering to work on control systems for the next generation of drones.Proudly Supported by CodeCraftersCodeCrafters helps you become proficient in Rust by building real-world, production-grade projects. Learn hands-on by creating your own shell, HTTP server, Redis, Kafka, Git, SQLite, or DNS service from scratch. Start for free today and enjoy 40% off any paid plan by using this link.Links From The ShowRaspberry Pi Compute Module 4PID controller - Wikipedia article on Proportional-Integral-Derivative controllersRust Atomics and Locks - Book by Mara Bos on concurrency in Rustinline-python - Rust crate for embedding Python code directly in Rustintbits - Rust crate for working with individual bitsgit-version - Rust crate for embedding Git version information in your binaryFerrocene - Safety-critical Rust toolchain by Ferrous SystemsOfficial LinksFusion EngineeringJakub Valtar on GitHubJakub Valtar on XArt by Jakub ValtarAbout corrode"Rust in Production" is a podcast by corrode, a company that helps teams adopt Rust. We offer training, consulting, and development services to help you succeed with Rust. If you want to learn more about how we can help you, please get in touch.

Software Engineer Alexandru Radovici from OxidOS discusses using Rust in automotive embedded development for safety. Topics include challenges in certifying Rust code for automotive industry, advantages of Rust-based car software, modernizing development processes in automotive industry, advantages of Rust in future markets, discussion on OxidOS features, kernel drivers and compile-time safety in Rust, runtime application updates for embedded systems, university students learning Rust, hiring embedded engineers, and exploring OxidOS and TokoS platforms.

Eric Seppanen from Matic discusses using Rust for home automation robots, challenges of real-time mapping, benefits of Rust for safety, optimizing robot performance with Rust, updating software on robots, communication challenges, managing dependencies in Rust projects, and learning experiences with Rust.