Rust for Network Programming and Automation is a pragmatic guide that trains you through the Rust to design networks and begin with automating network administration. The book introduces you to the powerful libraries and commands of Rust that are essential for designing, administering and automating networks. You will learn how to use Rust's networking libraries like tokio, mio and rust-async to create scalable and efficient network applications.
The book provides a wide range of practical examples and use-cases, which help to simplify complex coding concepts and ensure that you understand the network programming in-depth. You will discover how to establish network protocols like TCP and IP networks, run packet and network analysis, measure performance indicators and set up monitoring alerts and notifications. The book is an excellent resource for network engineers and administrators who want to gain a deep understanding of Rust programming for networking.
Key Learnings
Use Rust to automate network configuration, deployment, and maintenance tasksCapture and inspect packets, decode protocols, and analyze network trafficSet up monitoring alerts, notifications, and manage network infrastructureCreate scripts and applications that automate repetitive network tasksMonitor network performance indicators like latency, throughput, and packet lossUnderstand Rust's syntax, data types, control structures, and functionsMake use of Rust's networking libraries like Tokio, mio and rust-async to create networking programsEstablish network connections and handle data transmission between different device
Table of Content
Basics of Network AutomationEssentials of Linux for NetworksRust Basics for NetworksCore Rust for NetworksRust Commands for NetworksProgramming & Designing NetworksEstablishing & Managing Network ProtocolsPacket & Network AnalysisNetwork Performance Monitoring
Audience
The book is perfect for anyone who wants to master Rust programming for network automation and gain a competitive edge in the field. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced programmer, this book will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel in network programming and automation using Rust.
