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Nexus-Acto-rs
Nexus-Acto-rs embodies the essence of the Actor Model, cleverly combining "Nexus" (connection, linkage, or center) with "Acto-rs" (a play on "actors" and the Rust programming language suffix "rs"). This name represents the core principles of our project for the following reasons:
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Connection and Interaction: Nexus symbolizes the central point where various elements connect, reflecting the communication and interaction concepts in the Actor Model. The "Acto" part emphasizes the active nature of these connections.
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Distribution and Integration: It illustrates how the distributed elements (Actors) of a system are interconnected, forming a cohesive whole. The "rs" suffix subtly indicates the project's implementation in Rust, known for its focus on safe concurrency.
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Flexibility and Resilience: Nexus suggests a dynamically formed connection point, implying the system's flexibility and resilience. The playful structure of "Acto-rs" mirrors this adaptability in its very name.
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Abstract yet Tangible Concept: While Nexus represents the essential structure and behavior of the system, "Acto-rs" grounds it in the concrete implementation of actors in Rust.
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Multifaceted Meaning: Nexus-Acto-rs comprehensively expresses the diverse aspects of the Actor Model—computation, communication, structure, and interaction—while also hinting at the project's technical foundation.
Nexus-Acto-rs integrates the core characteristics of the Actor Model—distribution, interaction, modularity, and resilience—into a single, memorable concept. It represents not just the essence of the system's structure and behavior, but also embodies the creative spirit of the Rust community.
This name serves as a nexus itself, connecting the theoretical underpinnings of the Actor Model with the practical implementation in Rust, all while engaging the community with its clever wordplay.
Installation
To add Nexus-Acto-rs to your project, follow these steps:
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Open your
Cargo.toml
file. -
Add the following line to the
[dependencies]
section:
nexus-acto-rs = "${version}"
Specify the version number in ${version}, for example 0.0.1.
- If you want to use the latest version, you can check it by running:
cargo search nexus-acto-rs
- To update the dependencies, run the following command in your project's root directory:
cargo update
Now Nexus-Acto-rs is installed and ready to use in your project.
Note: As versions may be updated regularly, it's recommended to check for the latest version.
Dependencies
~16–25MB
~350K SLoC