Mohamed, Ph.D
2 min readOct 29, 2023

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In general, opinions on Rust vary depending on an individual's experience and priorities. 🏵️🏵️
Some developers believe that Rust is worth learning because of its focus on safety and memory management, which can result in more stable and secure software.
For example, the Rust programming language has been used by companies such as Dropbox and Mozilla for its safe and efficient performance.
Others argue that Rust's steep learning curve can make it a difficult language to adopt, and that other languages offer similar benefits without the learning curve.

Ultimately, whether or not Rust is worth learning depends on the developer's goals and priorities.
For developers who value performance and prioritize safe and efficient code, Rust might be a good investment.
However, developers who prioritize ease of learning or have different programming goals might find that other languages offer better solutions.

For example, Google's Golang programming language offers many similar benefits as Rust, including memory safety and concurrency, but with a simpler syntax and easier learning curve.
On the other hand, Rust might be a clear choice for developers working on high-performance applications or those who require stronger safety features.

In contrast, for web developers building simple web applications, languages like JavaScript, Ruby or Python might be better suited as the learning curve is simpler and the aim is not to manage computational resources directly but focus on a web interface.

Ultimately, developers should consider their individual needs and goals before investing the time and energy into learning a complex new language like Rust. While it is a powerful tool in the right hands, it may not be the best fit for every project.
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Mohamed, Ph.D
Mohamed, Ph.D

Written by Mohamed, Ph.D

University professor and author, delving into the worlds of Islamic studies, personal growth, and entrepreneurship to share insights and inspire others.

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