Learn the basics of Go, an open source programming language originally developed by a team at Google and enhanced by many contributors from the open source community. This course is designed for individuals with previous programming experience using such languages as C, Python, or Java, and covers the fundamental elements of Go. Topics include data types, protocols, formats, and writing code that incorporates RFCs and JSON. Most importantly, you’ll have a chance to practice writing Go programs and receive feedback from your peers. Upon completing this course, you'll be able to implement simple Go programs, which will prepare you for subsequent study at a more advanced level.
This course is part of the Programming with Google Go Specialization
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Introduction to the Specialization
Introduction to the Course
Module 1: Getting Started with Go
Module 2: Basic Data Types
Module 3: Composite Data Types
Module 4: Protocols and Formats
Reviews
- 5 stars71.26%
- 4 stars21.33%
- 3 stars4.42%
- 2 stars1.92%
- 1 star1.05%
TOP REVIEWS FROM GETTING STARTED WITH GO
Extremely well paced explanation of Go and its unique properties over other languages. A great start to learning about the Go language for anyone with basic knowledge of programming.
I'm happy I took this course. It was a bit basic and not too much philosophy. This is both good and bad. But, I did learn some things. I'm continuing with the other two courses in the golang series.
Amazing how much of a difference good teaching makes. The content is really well explained and easy to follow. I understand not only Go but all software languages much better now.
Great specialization! Professor Harris not only explain the constructs of Go extremely well but also provides some foundations on software development that every developer should have.
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