Debugging Go Applications with Delve from Pluralsight

This course will introduces you to the Delve debugger for Go and shows how to use it from the command line as well as in a code editor.

When Go was first released in 2012, there were limited options for debugging Go code. Most debugging work was handled by the open-sourced debugger "GDB". While this tool provided some help, it was not designed to work with several important Go language features – most notably goroutines. There have been several attempts to address the lack of a native debugger over the years. Eventually, Derek Parker's Delve tool took the lead and is now one of the most common tools for debugging Go applications. In this course, Debugging Go Applications with Delve, you'll take a deep dive into the Delve debugger and learn how to work with it to fully understand and analyze bugs that creep up in a Go application. First, you'll explore and manipulate an application's state during a debugging session. Next, you'll learn how to use breakpoints, conditional breakpoints, and tracepoints. Then, you'll discover the numerous ways that Delve can start a debugging session. Finally, you'll learn how to access Delve from a code editor. By the end of this course, you'll know how to use Delve from the command line as well as how to access it from your favorite editor.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Introduction

Exploring Application State

Using Breakpoints

Delve Commands

Editor Integration

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches a debugging tool that is one of the most common for debugging Go applications

Helps learners fully understand and analyze bugs in a Go application

Provides thorough coverage of how to use Delve, including breakpoints, conditional breakpoints, and tracepoints

Introduces learners to the Delve debugger for Go

Explores how to use Delve from the command line as well as in an editor

May be useful for learners who want to develop professional skills or deep expertise in debugging Go applications

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Debugging Go Applications with Delve with these activities:

Advanced Debugging Techniques for Go

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Enhance your debugging expertise by delving into advanced techniques and strategies covered in this specialized book.

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Acquire the book and set aside time for reading.
Read and understand the content thoroughly, highlighting key concepts.
Apply the techniques discussed in the book to your own debugging endeavors.
Consider joining a book club or discussion group to further engage with the material.

Debug Go Code Using Breakpoints

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Develop and refine your skills using breakpoints to debug Go code.

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Set breakpoints at key points in your code.
Run your code and observe the behavior at each breakpoint.
Examine variable values and call stacks to identify errors.
Adjust your breakpoints and debugging strategy as needed.

Create a Debugging Guide for Your Code

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Solidify your understanding of Delve and debugging techniques by creating a comprehensive guide for your own code.

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Identify common debugging scenarios and potential errors.
Document the use of Delve commands and features for debugging.
Provide tips and best practices for effective debugging.
Review and update your guide over time as you gain more experience.

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Career center

Learners who complete Debugging Go Applications with Delve will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Tester

Software Testers are responsible for evaluating software products to identify and report bugs. They may also recommend improvements to the software design or code. Debugging Go Applications with Delve can help Software Testers to gain a deeper understanding of debugging techniques.

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Cloud Architect

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work to ensure that software is developed and deployed efficiently and reliably. This course may be helpful for DevOps Engineers who want to improve their understanding of debugging and troubleshooting.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts are responsible for analyzing and evaluating computer systems to identify areas for improvement. They may also design and implement new systems or upgrades to existing systems. A strong understanding of debugging, as taught in the course, may be helpful for Computer Systems Analysts to diagnose and fix problems in computer systems.

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Embedded Systems Engineer

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Web Developer

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Game Developer

Game Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and testing video games. They work with a variety of technologies to create games that are fun and engaging. This course may be helpful for Game Developers who want to improve their understanding of debugging techniques specific to game development.

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Mobile Developer

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They ensure that databases are running smoothly and efficiently, and that data is secure. This course can provide Database Administrators the debugging skills needed to identify and fix issues in databases.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for a broad array of duties needed for the development of software. A Software Engineer's responsibilities may include analyzing user needs, designing and implementing software programs, writing and editing code, debugging and testing, and maintaining software. As it is often faster and easier to debug during the construction phase, this course may be helpful for Software Engineers to detect and squash bugs early on.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. They employ a variety of tools and techniques to identify and mitigate security risks. Debugging Go Applications with Delve can help Information Security Analysts to gain a better understanding of debugging techniques.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and deploying machine learning models. They work with a variety of data and algorithms to create models that can learn from data and make predictions. This course can provide Machine Learning Engineers with the debugging skills they need to identify and fix issues in machine learning models.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to uncover insights and trends that can be used to make informed decisions. They employ specialized techniques and algorithms to extract value from data. This course can be helpful for Data Scientists looking to strengthen their understanding of debugging in their pipeline.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to uncover insights and trends that can be used to make informed decisions. They use a variety of statistical and data visualization techniques to analyze data. This course can provide Data Analysts with the debugging skills needed to identify and fix issues in their data analysis pipelines.

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Business Analyst

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