Cup o' Go 🧮 Is new math in Go's future? Plus boot.dev update with Lane Wagner
Feb 28, 2025
In this discussion, Lane Wagner, a backend developer and instructor at boot.dev, dives into intriguing topics surrounding the Go programming language. He explores potential enhancements in Go's math package and shares insights on SQL injection vulnerabilities affecting data security. Lane also emphasizes gamification in learning, revealing how boot.dev engages students through interactive exercises. The conversation touches on teaching Go’s concurrency concepts, making it accessible for newcomers. Tune in for expert insights and a fresh perspective on backend development!
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Security Release Update
- Upgrade your
golang.org/x/cryptoandgolang.org/x/oauth2packages. - Recent security releases patched DoS vulnerabilities related to SSH file transfers and JWS tokens.
Swiss Tables in Go 1.24
- Go 1.24 introduced Swiss Tables for maps, significantly improving performance.
- Swiss Tables use metadata and sectioning within the HashMap, leading to faster lookups and insertions.
SQL Injection Prevention
- Be aware of SQL injection vulnerabilities when handling user input in database queries.
- Escape or properly handle query parameters to prevent malicious code execution.