Procedural Macros and Custom Derive
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What is Procedural Macros and Custom Derive?
Procedural macros operate on token streams at compile time, generating new code. Three types exist: custom derive (for #[derive(MyTrait)]), attribute-like (#[my_attr]), and function-like (my_macro!()). More powerful than declarative macros but require separate crates with special configuration.
Free resources to learn Procedural Macros and Custom Derive
- Official docsProcedural Macros
- ArticleUnderstanding Procedural Macros and Custom Derive
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Procedural Macros and Custom Derive: common questions
Can I learn Procedural Macros and Custom Derive in Hindi?
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Is this Procedural Macros and Custom Derive tutorial for beginners?
It is lesson 63 of 122 in the free Rust roadmap, in stage 9, Macros & Metaprogramming. If you are new to Rust, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.