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Advanced Rust Programming and Real-World Applications
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Advanced Rust Programming and Real-World Applications

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Instructor: Packt

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Implement advanced concurrency techniques in Rust.

  • Build and validate a blockchain in Rust.

  • Develop web applications using Rust’s web programming capabilities, and optimize code performance using benchmarking and lints.

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September 2024

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4 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

In this module, we will dive deep into advanced Rust programming techniques aimed at enhancing code efficiency. From struct initialization and function input management to string operations and the Builder pattern, this section equips you with practical strategies for writing optimized Rust code.

What's included

10 videos2 readings

In this module, we will explore the intricacies of concurrent programming in Rust. You will learn about thread creation and synchronization, communication via channels, state sharing, and advanced concepts like async/await, preparing you to handle real-world concurrent programming challenges.

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12 videos

In this module, we will cover essential file and directory handling techniques in Rust. You'll learn the basics of file operations, directory functions, and how to use regular expressions to process text efficiently, making your applications more robust and flexible.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will delve into the complexities of sized and unsized types in Rust. You will gain a deeper understanding of how to handle types without a known size at compile time, leveraging Rust's unique type system for more flexible and powerful programming.

What's included

4 videos

In this module, we will merge the theory and practical application of blockchain technology using Rust. Starting from the fundamental concepts of hashes and blocks, you'll move on to building and validating a blockchain, acquiring the skills to develop blockchain solutions.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce you to web programming with Rust. You will learn how to handle HTTP protocols, manage requests and responses, and use threads to process multiple requests concurrently, enhancing the performance and responsiveness of your web applications.

What's included

3 videos

In this module, we will focus on enhancing the performance of Rust applications. You will learn how to use Criterion for setting up and analyzing benchmarks, as well as how to identify and resolve performance issues using lints. This knowledge will empower you to optimize your Rust code for better efficiency and speed.

What's included

2 videos1 reading2 assignments

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