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Rust GUI Development for Linux

Noah Gift

Learn to build graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in Rust, the fast and memory-safe systems programming language. This 4-week course covers:

  • Setting up a Rust development environment on Kubuntu Linux
  • Using the Iced library to create a calculator, counter, and to-do list
  • Exploring other GUI frameworks like GTK and Relm4
  • Building games like Pong and Simon Says
  • Creating quizzes with the eGUI framework
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Learn to build graphical user interfaces (GUIs) in Rust, the fast and memory-safe systems programming language. This 4-week course covers:

  • Setting up a Rust development environment on Kubuntu Linux
  • Using the Iced library to create a calculator, counter, and to-do list
  • Exploring other GUI frameworks like GTK and Relm4
  • Building games like Pong and Simon Says
  • Creating quizzes with the eGUI framework

Gain hands-on experience as you progress from simple UIs to more complex, interactive applications. Learn best practices for Rust GUI development that you can apply to your own projects.

The course consists of short video lessons, readings, and practical coding labs. By the end, you'll have a portfolio of GUI projects and the skills to build more!

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Learning objective

Developing guis with rust - using the iced, gtk, relm4 and egui frameworks - structuring rust gui applications - creating interactive forms and graphics - building simple games in rust - applying best practices for rust development - setting up a rust environment on linux

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to Rust GUI Programming
Setting up a Rust development environment on Kubuntu Linux
Introduction to the Iced GUI framework
Building a simple hello world application and a counter app in Iced
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Diving deeper into Iced by creating a calculator application
Unit testing the calculator GUI
Week 2: Advanced Iced Concepts & Building a To-Do App
Understanding the core components and architecture of Iced
Detailed walkthrough of Iced's built-in components
Structuring larger Iced applications
Implementing a to-do list application using Iced, with features like input, display, and task management
Week 3: Exploring Other Rust GUI Frameworks
Introduction to the FLTK framework and its capabilities
Building a Pong game using FLTK, with incremental improvements like start/stop functionality, speed control, and scoring
Overview of the GTK framework and its Rust bindings
Creating a password generator application with GTK, featuring password visibility toggle and copy functionality
Week 4: Building Games & Quizzes with Relm4 and eGUI
Introduction to the Relm4 framework and its reactive programming model
Developing a Simon Says game clone using Relm4, with game logic and sequence tracking
Overview of the eGUI framework for quick prototyping
Building a quiz application with eGUI, including timed questions, scoring, and extensibility to load various quiz files

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Know what's good
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Develops advanced GUI skills for Rust using multiple frameworks and techniques
Taught by Noah Gift, an accomplished Rust instructor and developer
Provides a comprehensive foundation for building complex, interactive GUIs in Rust
Covers a wide range of GUI frameworks, catering to diverse project requirements
Emphasizes best practices for Rust GUI development, ensuring code quality and maintainability

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Rust GUI Development for Linux with these activities:
Learn Rust basics
Review the basics of Rust to strengthen your understanding before starting the course.
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  • Review Rust syntax and data types
  • Practice writing simple Rust programs
  • Set up a Rust development environment
Attend Rust community meetups
Connect with other Rust developers, learn from their experiences, and stay updated with the latest trends.
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  • Locate Rust community meetups in your area
  • Attend meetups and participate in discussions
Read Rust Cookbook
Gain practical knowledge and insights into Rust programming by reviewing real-world examples and best practices.
View The Rust Programming Language, 2nd Edition on Amazon
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  • Review chapters on GUI development
  • Explore code examples and apply them to your own projects
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Follow Rust GUI tutorials
Enhance your understanding by following guided tutorials that demonstrate the practical implementation of Rust GUI frameworks.
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  • Search for tutorials on specific Rust GUI frameworks
  • Complete tutorials to build simple GUI applications
Practice Rust GUI coding challenges
Solidify your understanding of Rust GUI concepts by solving coding challenges.
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  • Identify coding challenges related to Rust GUI
  • Attempt to solve the challenges independently
  • Review solutions and learn from best practices
Mentor junior Rust developers
Enhance your understanding by sharing your knowledge and helping others learn Rust GUI development.
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  • Identify opportunities to mentor junior developers
  • Provide guidance and support in Rust GUI development
Contribute to an open-source Rust GUI library
Gain real-world experience by contributing to the development and maintenance of Rust GUI libraries.
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  • Identify an open-source Rust GUI library to contribute to
  • Familiarize yourself with the project and its codebase
  • Make code contributions or report issues

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Pragmatic AI Labs
Instructor
Noah Gift
Session
July 15, 2024 - July 15, 2029
Language
English
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Develops advanced GUI skills for Rust using multiple frameworks and techniques
Taught by Noah Gift, an accomplished Rust instructor and developer
Provides a comprehensive foundation for building complex, interactive GUIs in Rust
Covers a wide range of GUI frameworks, catering to diverse project requirements
Emphasizes best practices for Rust GUI development, ensuring code quality and maintainability
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