So You Want to Write a Driver in Rust?

Explore the practical aspects of writing device drivers using Rust in this 55-minute conference talk from Kernel Recipes 2025. Discover why Rust's language features make it an attractive choice for driver development, examining both the compelling advantages and potential challenges you'll face when adopting this approach. Learn about the specific benefits Rust brings to kernel-level programming, including memory safety guarantees and zero-cost abstractions that can help prevent common driver bugs. Understand the current state of Rust support in kernel development and get practical guidance on how to start your journey toward writing safer, more reliable device drivers using Rust's modern programming paradigms.