Go Time: Golang, Software Engineering
Ship software, not code
Apr 9, 2024
Brazil-based software developer Carlos Becker discusses the joy of GOOS and GOARCH in shipping software. They explore GoReleaser, K3s, Pprof, testscript, and efficient garbage collection in Go. The conversation delves into multi-platform deployment, home automation projects, streamlining approach in Go, comparing Go with Java, and using Go for DevOps and MLOps. They also touch on prompt engineering as a valuable skill.
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Quick takeaways
- Using Go simplifies packaging software for different platforms, facilitating comprehensive shipping processes.
- Engaging in open-source projects like GoReleaser not only solves immediate problems but also contributes to career growth.
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Go as a Versatile Tool for Shipping Software
The podcast episode delves into how using Go facilitates shipping software beyond just code. Carlos, a software developer from Brazil, shares his journey from working with Java to transitioning to Go around seven to eight years ago. He discusses how Go Re-Leaser, an open-source tool he created, streamlines the process of releasing software by simplifying tasks like uploading binaries. The focus is on how Go's ability to create static binaries simplifies packaging for different platforms, making it an excellent choice for shipping software comprehensively.
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