Meta's Transition from C to Rust on Mobile
Jul 01, 2025
Sources: https://engineering.fb.com/2025/07/01/developer-tools/an-inside-look-at-metas-transition-from-c-to-rust-on-mobile/, Meta
Meta's Transition from C to Rust on Mobile
Meta is modernizing its mobile systems by transitioning from legacy C code to Rust, as discussed in the latest Meta Tech Podcast.
Meta is undertaking a significant project to rewrite its core messaging system, which has relied on decades-old C code, in Rust. This transition aims to improve system performance and security. In the latest Meta Tech Podcast, engineers Elaine and Buping share insights into the challenges and benefits of this modernization effort. For more details, visit Meta Engineering.