Rust
Systems language with memory safety without GC; cargo toolchain and crates ecosystem.
Why it is included
Powers critical infrastructure (Linux, browsers, CLIs) with a disciplined open governance story.
Best for
Performance-sensitive services, CLIs, and security-minded teams.
If you use Windows, Mac, or paid tools
Systems language alternative to MSVC-only C++ stacks and some paid static analyzers for safer native code.
Strengths
- Borrow checker
- Cargo
- Growing ecosystem
Limitations
- Compile times and learning curve
Good alternatives
C · C++ · Go
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