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Tutorial 2 - Go Where Go Is

8 steps

Before we start learning Go syntax, semantics and other tools, in this tutorial, we will assess where Go is now, what you can do with Go, where Go is used, why and why not Go, and some comparisons with other popular languages such as Python.

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Learning Outcomes

After this tutorial, you will be able to

  • Explain where Go works well
  • Explore specialised use-cases for Go
  • Understand when and when not to use Go
  • Compare strengths and weaknesses with other languages

Tutorial Steps

Total steps: 8

  • Step 1: Where Go Essentially Is
  • Step 2: Specialised Use Cases For Go
  • Step 3: Web and Networking
  • Step 4: CLI and GUI Interfaces
  • Step 5: Containers
  • Step 6: Why Not Go?
  • Step 7: Language Comparisons
  • Step 8: Stacking It Up!
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