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Discussion on: Why Learn Rust?

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mtnrbq

Until I read your article I'd not heard or noticed Rust was an FP language, possibly due to being in a bit of a .net bubble ;)
I currently use F# for FP, and multi-paradigm programming in .net, but will definitely check out Rust - Thanks!

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Steve Pryde

Rust is multi-paradigm. It allows you and often rewards you for using a more FP style but I'm not sure I would call it an "FP language". You can use an imperative style as well or mix and match as you choose