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How to Master Rust GUI Programming

Develop in-demand knowledge of GUI programming with this practical online course designed to help you gain career-ready skills.

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How to Master Rust GUI Programming

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  • 5 hours per week

  • Digital certificate when eligible

  • Introductory level

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Gain practical skills from experienced Rust developers

On this four-week course, you’ll learn how to design and develop a variety of GUI applications in Rust. Through this in-depth training, you’ll learn to create everything from simple calculators to interactive games and quizzes.

Guided by experienced Rust developers, you’ll enhance your programming abilities, learn how to build robust, efficient GUI applications in Rust, and have a broad understanding of GUI development approaches.

By the end, you’ll have practical, in-demand skills to excel in a career in Rust GUI programming.

Learn how to use GUI applications

During week one of the course, you’ll develop a fundamental understanding of GUI application development using the Iced framework.

You’ll do this by creating basic applications like a calculator, preparing you for more advanced projects.

Enhance your skills in event-driven programming

Next, you’ll start using event-driven programming as you gain a more in-depth understanding of the Iced framework.

Through this exercise, you’ll develop a to-do list application to prepare you for complex event handling.

Delve into FLTK and GTK frameworks

You’ll then dive into FLTK and GTK frameworks by building projects like a Pong game and a password generator, helping you build a diverse skill set in GUI toolkit usage.

You’ll also explore Relm4 and eGUI frameworks by creating projects such as Simon Says clone and a quiz app. This will broaden your GUI application development expertise and testing capabilities.

By the end of the course, you’ll have expanded your knowledge of GUI programming and have the industry-ready skills to advance in your career.

Syllabus

  • Week 1

    Introduction to Rust GUI Programming

    • Setting up a Rust Development Environment on Kubuntu

      Set up a complete Rust development environment on Kubuntu. Install necessary tools, configure the Kate editor, and prepare your system for Rust GUI programming.

    • Getting Started with the Iced GUI Framework

      Get started with the Iced GUI framework. Create your first Iced application, a simple counter, while learning the basics of the library and its components.

    • Building a Calculator with Iced

      Build a functional calculator using Iced. Dive deeper into Iced's architecture, implement calculator logic, and learn how to structure a more complex GUI application.

  • Week 2

    Advanced Iced Concepts & Building a To-Do App

    • Understanding Core Iced Components

      Explore core Iced components in depth. Experiment with various UI elements, understand their properties and behaviors, and learn how to combine them effectively in your applications.

    • Building a To-Do App with Iced

      Develop a comprehensive to-do list application with Iced. Apply your knowledge to create a larger, more structured project, focusing on app organization and state management.

  • Week 3

    Exploring Other Rust GUI Frameworks

    • Introduction to FLTK & Building a Pong Game

      Switch gears to the FLTK framework and build a Pong game. Learn FLTK basics, handle game logic and graphics, and implement features like speed control and high score tracking.

    • Creating a Password Generator with GTK

      Explore the GTK library by creating a password generator. Understand GTK's widget system, event handling, and how to create a functional, user-friendly GUI application.

  • Week 4

    Creating a Simon Says Game with Relm4

    • Building Games & Quizzes with Realm & eGUI

      Craft interactive applications with Relm4 and eGUI. Develop a Simon Says game using Relm4's reactive model, then build quiz apps with eGUI. Gain diverse experience across multiple Rust GUI frameworks.

    • Building Quizzes with eGUI

      Craft quiz applications using eGUI. Explore eGUI's unique features, implement single and multi-quiz functionality, and gain experience with another versatile Rust GUI framework.

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What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Explain the fundamentals of Rust GUI programming and its ecosystem
  • Set up a Rust development environment on Kubuntu, including the Kate editor and Zsh shell
  • Create basic GUI applications using the Iced framework
  • Develop a calculator application with Iced, demonstrating layout and event handling
  • Build a to-do list application, showcasing state management in Iced
  • Construct a Pong game using the FLTK framework
  • Design a password generator application with the GTK framework
  • Implement a Simon Says game using the Relm4 framework
  • Compare and contrast different Rust GUI frameworks
  • Compare and contrast different Rust GUI frameworks

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for a variety of professionals looking to enhance their knowledge of GUI programming. You could be a Rust developer, software engineer, computer science student or a professional looking to develop their skills in reactive and event-driven programming.

Who will you learn with?

Noah Gift

Founder of Pragmatic AI Labs & Executive in Residence at Duke MIDS and Duke AIPI. Former Bay Area CTO and author of multiple O'Reilly books.

Alfredo Deza

Former Olympic high jumper with 15 years of Software Engineering. He teaches ML, Rust, and Python at Duke University and is an expert in MLOps, Azure, and automation

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