Go Language (Golang)

Course

Students will learn the fundamentals skills, including variables, loops, data structures, functions, interfaces, structs, and maps. Then students will use those skills to test and build an actual web server.

Intermediate

2 weeks

Real-world Projects

Completion Certificate

Last Updated August 2, 2023

Skills you'll learn:

Go Functions • Go Interfaces • Go Loops • Go Variables

Prerequisites:

Basic computer programming

Course Lessons

Lesson 1

Introduction to Go

Discover what Go is, and how it can be used to build powerful applications on the cloud and web. You'll also learn about the structure of this course, and tips for success.

Lesson 2

Go Fundamentals I

Begin your journey as a Go developer by learning the fundamental syntax and features of the language.

Lesson 3

Go Fundamentals II

Take your Go skills to the next level by learning some of the more advanced, yet powerful features of Go such as Interfaces and Goroutines.

Lesson 4

Building for the Web

Take your newfound Go skills and knowledge to the test by building a backend web server. You'll leverage Go's built-in net/http package to create a RESTful API for your users.

Lesson 5 • Project

CRM Backend

You will use the skills learned throughout the course to build the backend (i.e., server-side portion) of a CRM application.

Taught By The Best

Andrew Wong

Software Engineer

Andrew is a full stack engineer who enjoys making the world a better place through code. He first discovered his passion for teaching as an instructor at App Academy, and continues to enjoy empowering students to advance their education.

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Demonstrate proficiency with practical projects

Projects are based on real-world scenarios and challenges, allowing you to apply the skills you learn to practical situations, while giving you real hands-on experience.

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