Go, also known as Golang, is an open-source programming language developed by Google. It was announced in 2009 and released in 2012. Go is known for its simplicity, efficiency, and ease of use.

Features of Go

  • Static Typing: Go is a statically typed language, which means variables must be declared with their type before they can be used.
  • Garbage Collection: Go has a built-in garbage collector that automatically manages memory.
  • Concurrency: Go has built-in support for concurrency through goroutines and channels.
  • Standard Library: Go has a comprehensive standard library that includes everything from file I/O to networking.

Getting Started

To get started with Go, you can download it from the official website: Go Download.

Resources

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Community

The Go community is active and vibrant. You can join the community on Golang Forum or Stack Overflow.

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