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 discusses its efforts to modernize legacy code by transitioning from C to Rust for mobile applications.
Meta is undertaking a significant project to rewrite its decades-old C code in one of its core messaging systems using Rust. This transition aims to modernize their software infrastructure, enhancing performance and security. In a recent episode of the Meta Tech Podcast, engineers Elaine and Buping shared insights into the challenges and strategies involved in this large-scale modernization effort.