JavaScript

Artem Shchapov from JettyCloud and Nikita Borgolov from OpenSource talked about the possibilities of running Rust-written code inside NodeJS, as well as explored the areas of application and capabilities of FFI (Foreign Function Interface). 

How to make Rust and NodeJS work together

In the presentation, a general overview of approaches to running Rust code within NodeJS was provided. Artem also shared his personal experience of integrating two microservices and the challenges that had to be faced during development, as well as the ways they were resolved. The presentation was beneficial for those who wanted to improve their performance in a NodeJS project and for those who were considering combining two languages in a project. The presentation also appealed to individuals interested in unconventional technological solutions.

FFI between Rust and JS

Nikita talked about FFI (Foreign Function Interface) and demonstrated its applications and capabilities through a real-life case study. The speaker shared how one can link two different languages and reap the maximum benefits from such integration. The presentation interested any developer as the topics covered in it were applicable to practically any language. Nikita also discussed some specific features of the Rust language as a tool for accomplishing the aforementioned tasks.