Lunch & Learn: A Creative Thinker's Programming Language

Are you ready to delve into the world of Rust programming language?

🦀 Join us virtually for the first of our Lunch and Learn series, where we'll explore the fundamentals and exciting possibilities of Rust.

In this casual and interactive session, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Learn the basics of Rust programming language, including key concepts and syntax.
• Discover why Rust is gaining popularity among developers for its performance, safety, and concurrency features.
• Connect with fellow Rust enthusiasts, share experiences, and expand your network in a supportive environment.

Agenda

12:00 - 12:10
Welcome and Intro with Lizzie Holmes

12:10 - 12:40
A Creative Thinker's Programming Language
Faith Selby

Join Faith - filmmaker, programmer and founder of Holocene.life - as she shares her journey from a creative background into the realm of Rust. Discover why Rust is celebrated for its low-level control, expressive power, modularity, and vibrant community.

Learn how Holocene.life is leveraging Rust to disrupt the film industry. Faith will provide simple, illustrative examples of Rust code, showcasing its philosophy and the reasons behind her passion for this language.

12:40 - 12:55
Q&A

We'll also touch on the challenges faced and lessons learned along the way in this lively Q&A session.

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!

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.

Our regular London meetups are hosted in the heart of London, just above Oxford Circus. They're hybrid, so do join if you're based internationally too, or aren't able to make it to the in-person events! We'll alternate between evening meetups and learn at lunch sessions.