The Linux Kernel Matures to Having a Minimum Rust Toolchain Version
The Linux kernel is advancing to support multiple Rust compiler versions, starting with 1.78.0 and adding 1.79.0. This progress aims to stabilize Rust for Linux, enhancing driver and kernel code development efficiency.
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The Linux kernel is progressing towards establishing a minimum Rust toolchain version, allowing for support of multiple Rust compiler versions. Lead developer Miguel Ojeda has submitted patches to enable targeting different versions of the Rust compiler, starting with a minimum of 1.78.0 and adding support for 1.79.0. This development aims to accommodate distributions like Arch Linux, Debian Unstable, Fedora, Gentoo, Nix, and openSUSE Tumbleweed. The Rust for Linux project is now undergoing build testing in Rust's pre-merge CI to prevent unintentional changes that could break the kernel. This effort signifies a significant step towards stabilizing the Rust for Linux ecosystem, potentially leading to more efficient Rust-based drivers and kernel code development. The proposed patches for handling multiple Rust toolchain versions are under discussion, with the goal of finalizing support in upcoming kernel cycles. This advancement could streamline the development process by providing a consistent Rust toolchain version for Linux kernel support.
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2 commentsSo far I just pinned the rustc version used by requiring rustup as a build dependency. Let's see if this lets me drop it or if it is still easier in the end to build with pinned version.
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