Comments by "" (@pierreollivier1) on "Rust is Not C" video.

  1. Great insights! Regarding Zig, I agree with you wholeheartedly. While it's true that at the moment Zig is still evolving, once it solidifies into a stable language, there will be every reason to embrace it fully. Zig truly embodies the spirit of being a "better C." It's not just about its impressive features, but also its underlying philosophy, which aligns closely with what C aimed to be originally. C was designed to provide a higher level of abstraction over assembly language, making it more manageable and easier to understand, while still retaining a close relationship with the underlying hardware. However, over time, C has accumulated its fair share of shortcomings, from poor portability and a cumbersome build system to a lack of type safety and a quirky preprocessor. Despite these flaws, C remains deeply entrenched in many codebases, and expecting it to suddenly evolve into a better language isn't realistic. This is where Zig shines as a compelling alternative. Its simplicity is evident in its explicitness, self-contained nature, and lack of ambiguity. Everything in Zig is clear and straightforward, making it easier to reason about code and catch errors early on. The language offers superior generics, a streamlined build system, and improved error handling, all of which contribute to a more pleasant and productive development experience. Moreover, Zig prioritizes ergonomics, enabling developers to write safe and performant code without the fear of undefined behavior. From custom memory allocators to SIMD support and runtime checks for undefined behavior, Zig empowers developers to write code that is both efficient and reliable. And perhaps most importantly, transitioning from C to Zig feels natural, thanks to its familiar syntax and structure. Finally while Zig may still be on its journey to maturity, its potential as a successor to C is undeniable. With its emphasis on simplicity, safety, and performance, Zig presents a compelling option for developers looking to modernize their codebases without sacrificing familiarity or efficiency. If Zig continues on its current trajectory, it's most certainly going to become the go-to choice for C developers in the years to come.
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