Rust Is Just a Tool

5 hours ago

Rust is versatile for application and systems programming.
Rust has excellent tooling and a pleasant type system.
Rust integrates high-level features without a garbage collector.
Rust sets a high bar for fast, expressive languages.
Using Rust doesn't require liking every popular crate or following all community practices.
Rust users don't need to attack those who prefer other languages like C or Zig.
Rust has design flaws and complexity, which should be acknowledged.
There are alternatives to RAII.
Rust's 'safety' lectures can be overdone.
Tools like Rust are not part of identity or moral choices.
Different people have different preferences and skills, leading to varied tool choices.

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