Cargo

Cargo is the official package manager and build system for the Rust programming language. It handles project creation, dependency management, compilation, testing, and documentation generation, streamlining the development workflow for Rust applications. It integrates seamlessly with the Rust ecosystem, including crates.io for package distribution.

Also known as: Rust Cargo, Cargo CLI, Cargo tool, Cargo package manager, Cargo build system

Why learn Cargo?

Developers should use Cargo for all Rust projects to manage dependencies efficiently, automate builds, and ensure consistent project structures. It is essential for handling complex dependencies in large-scale applications, enabling reproducible builds, and simplifying tasks like testing and publishing to crates.io. Use it when building anything from command-line tools to web servers in Rust to leverage the language's safety and performance features.

Learning Resources

• docs: The Cargo Book
• tutorial: Rust by Example - Cargo
• book: The Rust Programming Language Book - Chapter on Cargo
• video: Cargo Tutorial on YouTube
• tutorial: Rustlings - Exercises Including Cargo