FAQ

Do I need programming experience to follow along?

Programming experience helps and is advisable, but no specific language is required — and definitely not Rust. Turbofish & Chips really does start from scratch.

What order should I watch the episodes in?

In order. Each episode builds on the ones before it, so work through the "Rust from Scratch" series from episode 1 onward.

Does learning Rust even make sense in the age of AI?

More than ever, for two reasons. First, AI writing your code doesn't remove your ownership of it — you still need to understand what it does and be able to read it, and that means understanding the language it's written in. Second, Rust is a particularly good match for AI-generated code: its compiler catches the kind of low-level mistakes — especially undefined behavior — that are cheap to write and expensive to debug later, often silently.

Where can I watch the episodes?

Right here on the site, which indexes every episode. They're also published on YouTube.

How often do new episodes come out?

The full "Rust from Scratch" beginner series has already been released in its entirety. More content may follow down the line, but it won't be part of the beginner series.

Are there exercises to go along with the videos?

Not published yet, though some episodes work through code samples and exercises on-screen. Standalone exercises may be published later on.

Do I need to install Rust before I start?

No — episode 2 walks you through everything you need to get set up.

Is the series free?

Yes, and it will stay that way.

Can I suggest a topic, or ask a question if I get stuck?

Absolutely — just drop a line to contact@turbofishandchips.com.

Why is it called "Turbofish & Chips"?

"Turbofish" is a real (and beloved) piece of Rust syntax — the story behind the name is explained in episode 8.