Mastering Rust

Phase 1#

Create a simple 3D model viewer. something that can load common 3D file types and display the model with some controls to manage the viewport.

3D libraries in Rust:

• https://github.com/asny/three-d
• https://github.com/gfx-rs/wgpu
• https://sotrh.github.io/learn-wgpu/

Phase 2#

UI elements to add comments to specific points in the asset, I can see the logic for achieving this. So definitely do this.

Updates#

25.05.2025: Thought of starting a website built with Rust. explored a couple of web frameworks and decided I should focus on building something more fun than a blog website.

06-07-2025: In addition to all of the above, I am Jobless now. I have to get into an intensive learning mode. I need to brush up on some of the core CS concepts in the next 15 - 20 days.

Transitioning to Systems Engineering#

This is what Google’s AI spat out when I asked it if I could make the transition from web development to systems engineering:

• Existing Foundation: As a full-stack developer, you already possess a strong foundation in both front-end and back-end development, giving you a comprehensive understanding of how software components interact.
• Overlapping Skills: Both roles involve software engineering principles and practices, problem-solving, and coding, creating a transferable skill set.
• Targeted Learning: Focus on gaining knowledge in areas like:
  • Operating Systems Concepts: Understanding how memory management, processes, threads, and file systems work.
  • Low-Level Programming: Learn about concepts like pointers, memory allocation, and interaction with hardware resources.
  • Concurrency and Parallelism: Explore techniques for handling multiple tasks simultaneously in systems environments.
  • System Design and Architecture: Gain expertise in designing scalable and efficient systems.

Strategies for the Transition#

1. Identify Skill Gaps: Analyze job descriptions for systems engineering roles to identify the specific skills and knowledge areas you need to develop.
2. Targeted Education: Consider online courses, certifications, or even pursuing further formal education to acquire the necessary systems engineering knowledge.
3. Hands-on Projects: Build personal projects that showcase your ability to apply systems engineering principles and languages like Rust.
4. Networking: Connect with people working in systems engineering to gain insights and potential job leads.
5. Seek Mentorship: Find experienced systems engineers who can guide and support your career transition.
6. Highlight Transferable Skills: In your resume and during interviews, emphasize your problem-solving abilities, coding experience, and ability to learn new technologies.

The journey from a full-stack web developer to a systems engineer demands dedication and continuous learning, but with a strategic approach and a willingness to embrace new challenges, this transition is achievable.