What we’re about
Welcome to Women in Rust! We're building a vibrant community where women can come together to learn about, and build our skills in Rust.
🦀 Rust is on a trajectory to revolutionise software development with its unique combination of memory safety, performance, and productivity gains, so whether you're a seasoned Rustacean or just starting your journey, we look forward to you joining us!
đź‘Ą Our meetup group is all about fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where women can connect, collaborate, and grow their skills in Rust. Whether you're interested in web development, systems programming, or diving into the world of embedded devices, there's something here for everyone.
đź’« Our in-person meetups are hosted in the heart of London, just above Oxford Circus. They're hybrid, so if you're based internationally, or aren't able to make it into London you'll be able to join through our online link.
đź’» We'll be hosting regular online Lunch & Learn sessions, where are guest speakers will provide insightful webinars, sharing their own experiences and valuable lessons learned on their journey into Rust programming.
Resources
▶️ https://www.youtube.com/@WomeninRust
đź“š Notion Resources Page
Is Women in Rust only for women?
We set up Women in Rust to foster a more inclusive and diverse Rust community by providing a dedicated space for women to connect, learn, and grow. Our online and in-person events are designed to support this mission. However, we also want to contribute to the wider Rust community, which is why all of our talks will be available to watch on YouTube Youtube after the event. We also welcome you to use our Notion Resources page, where you can find useful articles, reading materials and advice to help you on your journey in learning Rust.
How can I get involved with Women in Rust?
We’re always excited to welcome new contributors! You can get involved by:
- Speaking at our events: Share your expertise or experience with the community.
- Hosting online workshops: Lead interactive sessions to help others learn and grow.
- Spreading the word: Help us reach more people by sharing our events and initiatives.
Simply fill out this form to express your interest: https://surrealdb.typeform.com/to/B2gk7bzz. We’ll be in touch to explore how we can collaborate.Let’s grow together—your involvement makes a difference!
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Building Efficient Web Scrapers: Rust vs. Python for Data IngestionLink visible for attendees
Join us for our next Lunch & Learn 💫, where we’ll dive into building efficient web scrapers with Rust and Python. Camille Owens will walk us through the fundamentals of web scraping, key differences from APIs, and best practices for performance, error handling, and production deployment.
Agenda
13:00 - 13:05
Welcome & Introduction
Caroline Morton13:05 - 13:45
Building Efficient Web Scrapers: Rust vs. Python for Data Ingestion
Camille Owens
Web scraping is a powerful technique for extracting data from websites, but how does it compare to using APIs? In this Lunch and Learn, I will dive into web scraping fundamentals, covering key differences between scrapers and API calls. I will explore Rust and Python libraries like reqwest, scraper, and Polars for data extraction, along with best practices for asynchronous HTTP requests, error handling, and parsing HTML. Will also cover performance trade-offs, cost considerations, and DevOps insights when deploying scrapers in production. Whether you are building data pipelines or exploring new tools, this session will provide valuable insights into efficient data ingestion strategies.--
FAQs
Are there any House Rules?
At SurrealDB, we are committed to providing live and online events that are safe and enjoyable for all attending. Please review our website for more information: https://surrealdb.com/legal/code-of-conductIs Women in Rust only for women?
We set up Women in Rust to foster a more inclusive and diverse Rust community by providing a dedicated space for women to connect, learn, and grow. Our online and in-person events are designed to support this mission. However, we also want to contribute to the wider Rust community, which is why all of our talks will be available to watch on YouTube Youtube after the event. We also welcome you to use our Notion Resources page, where you can find useful articles, reading materials and advice to help you on your journey in learning Rust.How can I get involved with Women in Rust?
We’re always excited to welcome new contributors! You can get involved by:- Speaking at our events: Share your expertise or experience with the community.
- Hosting online workshops: Lead interactive sessions to help others learn and grow.
- Spreading the word: Help us reach more people by sharing our events and initiatives.
Simply fill out this form to express your interest: https://surrealdb.typeform.com/to/B2gk7bzz. We’ll be in touch to explore how we can collaborate.Let’s grow together—your involvement makes a difference!
- Lunch & Learn: Crates, Tips & Tricks Lightning Talks - Bring your ideas!Link visible for attendees
Join us for a fun and fast-paced session of Rust-y wisdom!
This online Lunch & Learn is all about sharing the little gems that make coding in Rust a joy — from must-have crates to clever tips and tricks.
Each presenter will get 5 minutes to showcase their favourite crate, share a time-saving trick, or drop a piece of Rust knowledge they love. Whether you're a seasoned dev or just getting started, there's something here for everyone!
🎤 Feel like sharing? Bring your favourite crate, macro, pattern, or even just a neat debugging approach — no slides required (unless you want to!)
Leave your details here: https://surrealdb.typeform.com/to/RSTbKc4t
đź‘Ą Or if you don't feel like speaking, come along to listen, learn and be inspired.
🗓️ When: July 22, 13:00 - 13:45
đź“Ť Where: OnlineLet's celebrate the Rust ecosystem and lift each other up by sharing what sparks joy in our code.
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FAQs
Are there any House Rules?
At SurrealDB, we are committed to providing live and online events that are safe and enjoyable for all attending. Please review our website for more information: https://surrealdb.com/legal/code-of-conductIs Women in Rust only for women?
We set up Women in Rust to foster a more inclusive and diverse Rust community by providing a dedicated space for women to connect, learn, and grow. Our online and in-person events are designed to support this mission. However, we also want to contribute to the wider Rust community, which is why all of our talks will be available to watch on YouTube Youtube after the event. We also welcome you to use our Notion Resources page, where you can find useful articles, reading materials and advice to help you on your journey in learning Rust.How can I get involved with Women in Rust?
We’re always excited to welcome new contributors! You can get involved by:- Speaking at our events: Share your expertise or experience with the community.
- Hosting online workshops: Lead interactive sessions to help others learn and grow.
- Spreading the word: Help us reach more people by sharing our events and initiatives.
Simply fill out this form to express your interest: https://surrealdb.typeform.com/to/B2gk7bzz. We’ll be in touch to explore how we can collaborate.Let’s grow together—your involvement makes a difference!
