This course delves into the unique features of Rust, focusing on its innovative approach to memory management and ownership. Through detailed lessons and hands-on examples, you'll gain a deep understanding of how Rust ensures memory safety and efficiency, setting you apart in the world of systems programming. Whether you're transitioning from languages like C++ or starting fresh, this course equips you with the skills to write robust, error-free Rust code.
Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 2
Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 2
This course is part of Rust Programming Essentials Specialization
Instructor: Pearson
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3 hours to complete
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What you'll learn
Grasp the intricacies of Rust's automatic memory management and variable lifetimes.
Master the concepts of ownership and borrowing to prevent common programming errors.
Understand and implement Rust's rules for copying, moving, and cloning data.
Learn to effectively use string and array slices for efficient data handling.
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In this module, you will learn about ownership and borrowing, areas where Rust differs from most other languages. The Rust compiler is very strict about what happens when you assign one variable to another. It defines rules about how data is copied or moved between objects and how you can reference these objects safely in your code without having to use low-level pointers. The motivation is to avoid some of the pitfalls and errors that are common in C and C++. This is incredibly important, and this module covers the rules carefully and systematically.
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