What is borrowing in Rust?

What is borrowing in Rust?

Borrowing in Rust allows you to use a value without taking ownership of it, ensuring memory safety.

Can you explain the difference between mutable and immutable borrowing?

Sure! Immutable borrowing allows multiple references to a value, while mutable borrowing allows only one reference at a time.

What happens if I try to mutate a borrowed value?

If you try to mutate a borrowed value while it's immutably borrowed, the compiler will throw an error to prevent data races.

How does borrowing help with memory safety?

Borrowing enforces rules at compile time that prevent dangling references and data races, enhancing memory safety.