Microsoft confirms “eliminate C and C++” plan, translate code to Rust using AI, as Windows 11 adopts Rust and WebView2

Microsoft has revealed plans to eliminate C and C++ from its systems, including Windows 11, by 2030. The company aims to use AI to translate code to Rust, a more secure programming language. Microsoft plans to rewrite core Windows components in Rust with the help of AI, aiming to achieve this ambitious goal. The company is actively hiring developers to work on this initiative, emphasizing the use of AI to replace C and C++ code. Additionally, Microsoft is transitioning to Rust for Windows development to enhance security and has integrated Rust support for Windows APIs.