Take your first steps with Rust

  • Learning Path
  • 11 Modules
Beginner
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Azure

Interested in learning a new programming language that's growing in use and popularity? Start here! Lay the foundation of knowledge you need to build fast and effective programs in Rust.

In this learning path, you'll:

  • Install the tools you need to write your first lines of Rust code.
  • Learn basic concepts in Rust.
  • Learn how to handle errors.
  • Manage memory in Rust.
  • Use generic types and traits.
  • Set up modules for packages and crates.
  • Write and run automated tests.
  • Create a command-line program.

Prerequisites

None

Modules in this learning path

What is Rust

A quick introduction to Rust language features and how Rust compares with other programming languages.

Set up the Rust development environment

Learn how to set up the Rust development environment, write a program, and use the Cargo build system.

Create your first Rust program

Learn about Rust concepts, including variables, data types, and functions.

Test conditions with if/else expressions in Rust

Explore Rust compound data types like arrays and vectors. Discover how to use if/else statements to test conditions.

Use loops to iterate through data in Rust

Explore how to use hash maps in Rust. Discover how to use loop expressions to iterate through data.

Handle errors in Rust

In this module, you'll learn about ways to handle errors in Rust.

Understand how Rust manages memory

Discover the features that make Rust so unique: ownership and borrowing.

Implement generic types and traits

Understand what generic types and traits are and how to use them in Rust.

Explore modules, packages, and third-party crates

Learn about how to effectively use modules and how to integrate with packages and third-party crates.

Write automated tests

Learn about the types of testing you can do with Rust.

Build a command-line to-do list program

Create a command-line program to manage to-do list items.