Getting Started with Rustroid

This guide will help you quickly set up and start using Rustroid IDE.

Introduction

Rustroid is a feature-rich Integrated Development Environment (IDE) specifically designed for Rust programming. It provides a user-friendly interface, powerful tools, and seamless integration with Rust's ecosystem, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced developers.

How Does It Work?

Smartphones are essentially small computers, and Android is built on a modified version of the Linux kernel. This means that if a program can run on Linux, it can potentially run on Android as well. However, building an IDE for Android comes with its challenges. Most Android applications are written in Kotlin or Java, which run on a virtual machine. This can make them less suitable for performance-intensive tasks like developing an IDE.

Rustroid leverages the underlying Linux architecture of Android, providing a native development experience. It allows you to write, compile, and debug Rust code directly on your mobile device, streamlining your workflow.

Minimum Requirements

Before using Rustroid, ensure your device meets the following minimum requirements:

• Free Space: The Rustroid app size is relatively small, but after installation, you will need approximately 1 GB of additional free space, depending on your CPU architecture. Please note that if you are creating projects with a large number of dependencies, you will need significantly more space. The more free space you have, the better; it's recommended to maintain about 5 GB of free space as a precaution. If you don’t have sufficient free storage, you may need to clear the Rustroid cache and run cargo clean frequently.

• CPU: A modern multi-core processor is recommended for optimal performance, especially when working with complex projects.

• RAM: At least 3 GB of RAM is advised, though 4 GB or more will significantly enhance your experience, particularly when managing projects with multiple dependencies.

Installation Instructions

1. Download Rustroid: Visit the Google Play Store to download the Rustroid app.
2. Setup Rust Environment: Once installed, you will need to configure your Rust environment. Follow the prompts within the app to install the Rust toolchain if you haven't done so already.

Conclusion

By following this guide, you'll be well on your way to harnessing the power of Rustroid for your Rust programming projects. Happy coding!

Note on Bugs

While we have not identified any significant bugs in Rustroid, it's important to note that bugs may still exist. We use Crashlytics for automatic crash reporting, which helps us quickly identify and fix issues. If you encounter any bugs, please let us know by emailing us at rustroid-bugs@gmail.com.