Rust Fundamentals Training Course

Introduction

• What is Rust?
• Comparison of Rust with Other Programming Languages
• Overview of Rust Features and Architecture for Government Use

Understanding Rust

• The Lifecycle of a Rust Program
• How Rust Integrates with Other Languages in Public Sector Applications
• Rust’s Approach to Memory Safety and Concurrency for Government Systems

Getting Started

• Setting Up the Development Environment for Government Projects
• Installing Rust as a Programming Toolchain for Government Use
• Configuring the Rust Environment for Secure and Efficient Development
• Using the Cargo Package Manager in Government Projects

Basic Syntax and Concepts

• Variables and Data Types in Rust
• Control Flow and Loops for Efficient Code Execution
• Functions and Modules for Structured Programming
• Ownership and Borrowing Mechanisms in Rust

Structs, Enums, and Pattern Matching

• Defining and Utilizing Structs in Government Applications
• Creating and Matching Enums for Robust Data Handling
• Pattern Matching Techniques in Rust for Enhanced Code Readability

Error Handling

• Managing Errors Using Result and Option Types for Government Projects
• Handling Panics with panic! and unwrap() Functions
• Writing Custom Error Types for Specific Use Cases in Government Systems

Modules and Packages

• Organizing Code in Rust for Government Applications
• Creating and Utilizing Modules for Modular Development
• Building and Publishing Rust Packages with Cargo for Government Use

Testing and Documentation

• Writing Tests in Rust for Government Projects
• Utilizing the Built-in Testing Framework for Reliable Software Development
• Documenting Rust Code with Comments and Docstrings for Clarity and Maintenance

Concurrency Basics

• Introduction to Concurrency in Rust for Government Systems
• Creating and Managing Threads for Efficient Parallel Processing
• Synchronization Techniques and Message Passing for Secure Concurrent Operations

Integrating Rust with Existing Codebases

• Interfacing Rust with Other Programming Languages in Government Projects
• Calling Rust Functions from C or C++ Code for Seamless Integration
• Exposing Rust APIs to Other Languages for Enhanced Functionality

Common Idioms and Best Practices

• Exploring Common Rust Coding Styles for Government Applications
• Following Rust Community Conventions for Consistent Development
• Utilizing Popular Libraries and Frameworks in Government Projects

Troubleshooting

• Identifying and Resolving Common Issues in Rust Programs for Government Use

Summary and Next Steps