FWIW I thought the article was quite informative and well-written enough to make the concepts easy to grasp. I'd agree with the opinion that Rust is breaking new ground in an interesting way, and over the next several years I wouldn't be at all surprised to see its ideas becoming quite influential.
The discussion points out something else that too often receives too little attention. That is, the quality of documentation is extremely relevant to product success. Sadly, software is more often than not poorly documented, not only frustrating for potential users, but an unnecessary impediment to uptake of the program.
It appears the Rust developers are serious about describing how Rust works. That's a very favorable sign of their commitment to the project and speaks volumes about dedication to grow the Rust community.
The discussion points out something else that too often receives too little attention. That is, the quality of documentation is extremely relevant to product success. Sadly, software is more often than not poorly documented, not only frustrating for potential users, but an unnecessary impediment to uptake of the program.
It appears the Rust developers are serious about describing how Rust works. That's a very favorable sign of their commitment to the project and speaks volumes about dedication to grow the Rust community.