Rust is quickly becoming one of the most important languages in the Bitcoin ecosystem. From wallet libraries to Lightning implementations, more and more projects are choosing Rust for its safety, performance, and reliability. In this session, I’ll break down the key reasons Rust is being adopted for Bitcoin development, what makes it different from other languages, and how it helps build more secure and maintainable tools. I’ll also share my journey contributing to Rust-Bitcoin and the lessons I’ve learned along the way, offering practical insights for both newcomers and experienced developers. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of Rust’s role in Bitcoin today, the benefits it brings to the ecosystem, and concrete steps they can take to start exploring or contributing themselves.