Azure CTO Calls for End of New C++ Projects
Rust is gaining favor across a number of verticals and enterprises
Rust has once again garnered a major proponent in the form of MS Azure’s CTO who recently made it very clear that he feels C/C++ should be set aside as a building block for any upcoming projects. The language has been named the most loved by users for 7 years running now in StackOverflow’s most recent survey, and it will soon be making an official appearance in the upcoming 6.1 Linux kernel. Conversations we’ve had with those in leadership positions make it clear that although C-related languages will not go away anytime soon, Rust is clearing out a space for many whose job is to determine what should be implemented across the organization.
Current and future utilization
The primary consensus that we hear from CTO’s, VP’s of Engineering, and other leaders of technology arms within a company is that Rust is currently being utilized, evaluated for usage, or planned to be implemented soon with current language stacks. Clearly it is here to stay and will be found in numerous additional environments over the next few years. Those who work within larger organizations with a wide range of customers and requirements have found its particular attributes to scale exceptionally well while individuals who are leading smaller, growing teams appreciate the performance and security factors inherently found in its construct.
The key factor will be to develop and maintain the ability to locate and recruit individuals who are well-versed in Rust usage or have the capacity and desire to learn how to internalize and use it. The platform is still maturing, and many prefer to remain in comfort zones that they are familiar with. Partnering with a recruitment company that maintains close contact with leaders who specialize in this field is a productive and efficient way to ensure that your organization remains at the forefront of technological innovation and growth.
