How can a deterministic function possibly give random results? We will find out and learn how to use various random number distributions.
Random numbers haven't changed much since C++11, though new features can make these easier to use. Card games and similar need randomness to be fun and make good teaching examples. We will also discover a way to code ourselves (or blobs at least) out of a paper bag in the process.

Target Audience: intermediate. There will be some code and simulations of blobs…

This technical session aims to unravel the unique facets of Rust's memory management, including Ownership/Borrowing, Stack/Heap allocation, Reference Counting, and Lifetimes. Rainer Stropek aims to provide an in-depth understanding of these core elements and their interplay in providing memory safety, concurrency, and abstraction in Rust. This session, designed for developers with a strong programming background, will provide insight into the mechanisms that help Rust minimize common runtime…