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, aiming for improved performance and safety.
Meta is undertaking a significant project to rewrite its core messaging system, which has relied on decades-old C code, in Rust. This transition is part of a broader effort to modernize their software infrastructure. The move to Rust is expected to enhance performance and safety in mobile applications. For more details, listen to the Meta Tech Podcast.