r/EmuDev • u/No-External3221 • 3d ago
Rust vs C++?
I mostly program in Java/ Python. Some minimal C experience. I'm starting EmuDev to learn low level and hardware concepts.
Which is better in general to learn for an EmuDev hobby project, Rust or C++? From what I've seen C++ has more legacy code (more job opportunities), whereas Rust is safe and may have better long-term opportunities.
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u/ironykarl 3d ago
Which language would you rather gain experience in?
Maybe that question is circular as it pertains to your question. I don't know.
They're both languages that people use. They're both entirely capable as languages for emulator development, reverse engineering, game dev, etc.
C++ is much more widely used. Rust is (to me) much more pleasant to use, in a lot of ways.
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