How To Code in Go (PDF)
How To Code in Go is a comprehensive guide written by Mark Bates, Cory Lanou, and Timothy J. Raymond that teaches you everything you need to know about the Go programming language. This book is designed for programmers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, who want to learn how to write efficient and reliable code in Go.
The book starts by introducing you to the basics of Go, such as data types, variables, control structures, and functions. You will learn how to write simple programs and how to use the Go tools to compile and run them. The authors use a hands-on approach, providing plenty of code examples and exercises to help you practice what you’ve learned.
Once you have mastered the basics, the book dives deeper into more advanced topics, such as concurrency, networking, and web development. You will learn how to write concurrent programs using goroutines and channels, and how to create networked applications using the standard library’s net package. You will also learn how to build web applications using popular frameworks like Gin and Echo.
Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of writing clean, readable, and maintainable code. They teach you how to use Go’s built-in testing framework to write unit tests for your code, and how to use Go’s documentation tools to create clear and concise documentation for your projects.
The book also covers best practices for structuring Go projects, including how to organize your code into packages and how to use third-party libraries. You will learn how to use Go’s built-in tools for dependency management and how to publish your own packages to the Go module repository.
Whether you are a seasoned programmer or a beginner, How To Code in Go is an essential guide for anyone who wants to learn how to write efficient and reliable code in Go. With its clear explanations, practical examples, and hands-on exercises, this book will help you become a proficient Go developer in no time.