Rust remains a popular programming language due to its ease of use, safety, and performance, and developers often choose Visual Studio Code (VS Code) for debugging Rust projects because it is free and offers a smooth experience across different platforms. While VS Code is not a full Integrated Development Environment (IDE), its lightweight nature and the availability of rust-analyzer make it a practical choice for many developers. Alternatives such as JetBrains' CLion and Fleet offer more features but come with higher costs and resource demands. Setting up Rust on VS Code involves installing rust-analyzer and other extensions like Better TOML and Crates to enhance the development workflow. Developers can create projects using Cargo, set breakpoints, and use features like code linting to improve code quality. However, limitations such as the inability to tear tabs into new windows and the need for additional extensions for advanced debugging should be considered. Despite these constraints, VS Code remains a favored tool within the Rust community, and developers can further enhance their debugging experience using LogRocket for monitoring and tracking Rust applications.