run-rust-benchmarks

Name: run-rust-benchmarks
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Author: RediSearch

Run Rust benchmarks and compare performance against the C implementation.

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Search Tags:#performance #comparison #benchmark #Rust #cargo bench #C implementation

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npx skills add https://github.com/RediSearch/RediSearch --skill run-rust-benchmarks

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Skill: run-rust-benchmarks
Source: https://github.com/RediSearch/RediSearch/tree/main/.skills/run-rust-benchmarks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/RediSearch/RediSearch --skill run-rust-benchmarks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill runs Rust benchmarks and compares the performance of Rust code against the C implementation to identify speed gaps and optimization opportunities.

Core Features & Use Cases

Crate-level Benchmarking: Run all benches within a crate to gauge overall performance.
Targeted Benchmarks: Execute a specific bench to compare individual components.
Baseline Comparison: Generate a direct performance contrast between Rust and the C baseline for auditing and optimization.

Quick Start

Use the rust benchmarks skill to run benches for a crate or a specific bench.

cd src/redisearch_rs && cargo bench -p <crate_name>
cd src/redisearch_rs && cargo bench -p <crate_name> "<bench_name>"

Frequently Asked Questions about run-rust-benchmarks

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I benchmark Rust code against a C implementation?▼

Rust benchmarking against C baselines compares performance between your Rust implementation and the C reference to identify optimization gaps. Use cargo bench to run benchmarks in your redisearch_rs crate and measure relative performance automatically.

Can I run benchmarks for a specific component or all benchmarks in a crate?▼

Yes, you can run all benches in a crate with cargo bench -p <crate_name> or execute a specific benchmark with cargo bench -p <crate_name> "<bench_name>" to isolate performance comparison for individual components.

What do I need to set up before running Rust benchmarks?▼

You need the Rust toolchain installed with cargo bench support and a repository layout containing src/redisearch_rs. Benchmarks run within the redisearch_rs workspace to enable Rust-to-C performance comparison.

How does benchmark comparison help detect performance regressions?▼

Performance comparison between Rust and C baselines establishes a measurable baseline, allowing you to detect when code changes cause speed degradation and identify which optimizations close the gap to C performance.

Can benchmarking work with any Rust crate or only specific ones?▼

Benchmarking applies to Rust crates within the redisearch_rs workspace. The skill requires this specific repository layout and workspace structure to run benches and generate meaningful Rust-versus-C performance contrasts.

What's the best way to audit performance differences between implementations?▼

Run targeted benchmarks on specific components to isolate performance hotspots, then compare results against the C baseline. This generates direct performance contrasts for auditing and pinpointing optimization opportunities.