How do I start learning Rust for systems programming?

[KhaitunTiger]

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I am interested in learning Rust, especially for systems programming. I've heard a lot about its memory safety, performance, and reliability, and I want to understand how to get started.

Could you recommend the best resources, tools, and practices for a beginner? Also, are there any specific projects or examples I can try to practice systems programming concepts using Rust?

Thank you in advance for your help!

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To start learning Rust for systems programming:

Learn Basics: Use The Rust Book and Rustlings for hands-on exercises.
Set Up Environment: Install Rust via rustup and use VS Code with the Rust Analyzer extension.
Practice Projects: Start with simple CLI tools, file parsers, or basic HTTP servers using crates like clap and hyper.
Explore Advanced Topics: Learn concurrency (std::thread, tokio) and memory management (Box, Rc, Arc).
Build Systems Projects: Try low-level tasks like building a simple OS (Philipp Oppermann’s tutorial).
Consistency and practice are key! Good luck! 🚀