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Jaber Zanjani and Hamidreza Mirzaagha

This course has been developed not only to teach core Golang skills but also to help you become a professional Golang developer right by the end of this course.

To realize this, it takes a holistic approach to teach Golang programming.

To ensure that you master the Go language, the course has been developed to be highly comprehensive covering most of the go language features and discussing them at a very in-depth level.

To further ensure you are ready and can write well-designed professional codes some of the best practices & design principles are explained and demonstrated in code.

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This course has been developed not only to teach core Golang skills but also to help you become a professional Golang developer right by the end of this course.

To realize this, it takes a holistic approach to teach Golang programming.

To ensure that you master the Go language, the course has been developed to be highly comprehensive covering most of the go language features and discussing them at a very in-depth level.

To further ensure you are ready and can write well-designed professional codes some of the best practices & design principles are explained and demonstrated in code.

What will you learn in the course?

You will learn several GO code concepts including:

  • Syntax of Go language and writing several samples

  • Think like a programmer: making decisions, looping logic, and performing calculations

  • Go’s use of goroutines, channels, and the select statement for concurrent programming

  • How to build a terminal-based Go program

  • How to build a basic web-based Go program

  • How Go can be used to build server applications

  • How Go can be used to build client-server applications

  • How Go can be used to build a production-ready web application

  • How Go can be used to communicate with a database using Golang libraries and gorm framework

  • How Go can be used to handshaking by the out-of Golang world by services like protocol buffer, gRPC, and restful technologies.

  • How to build real-time applications using WebSocket like gaming and chat application

The course uses a combination of small snippets of codes and then larger real-world projects that you can run and edit. then you will learn how to think like a programmer and make the most out of the GO programming language.

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Learning objectives

  • Learn golang core skills in 25 hours to apply for golang developer vacancies
  • Understand how to create your own go programs
  • Be able to demonstrate best practices in go programming language code
  • Gain a fundamental understanding of go programming language

Syllabus

In this video, I'll explain how to set up go and implement VSCode IDE in Theory.

In this video, I'll install GoLang and implement VSCode IDE and the necessary plugins.

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What we are going to cover in this course.

An introduction to the Golang programming language.

In this video, I would explain how to set up go and implement VSCode IDE in Theory.

In this video, I'll show you how to install GoLang and implement VSCode IDE and the necessary plugins.

In this video, you will learn the concept of variables.

In this video, you'll learn how to declare a variable when the type is removed, using the var keyword.

In this video, you will learn how to declare a variable when the expression is removed, using the var keyword.

In this video, you will learn how to declare multiple variables of the same type, using the var keyword.

In this video, you will learn how to declare multiple variables of different types, using the var keyword.

In this video, you will learn about the default values of variables.

In this video, you will learn how to declare variables grouped together into blocks, using the var keyword.

In this video, you will learn how to declare a shorthand variable.

In this video, you will learn how to declare multiple variables of the same and different types using shorthand declaration.

In this video, you will learn about the range of use of variables.

In this video, you will learn about Integer numbers, they are normal numeric numbers or digits.

In this video, you will learn about floating-point numbers that representing the real numbers in GoLang

In this video, you will learn about the complex numbers. it is a combination of the real and imaginary parts.

In this video, you will learn about the boolean variable. it contains either ' true ' or ' false ' and takes only one-bit memory from the storage in the go program.

In this video, you will learn about string. it is a combination of two and more than two characters (letters, numbers, or symbols) in a program.

In this video, you will learn about arithmetic operators. they perform arithmetic operations with operands of numeric types.

In this video, you will learn about operators. they are used to assign a new value to a variable.

In this video, you will learn about comparison operators. they are used to compare values and always result in boolean values.

In this video, you will learn about logical operators. they are used to perform logical operations on the given two variables.

In this video, you will learn about the operator precedence. it specifies how it binds two expressions together.

In this video, you will learn how to write if statements. it is responsible for modifying the flow of execution of a program.

In this video, you will learn about the if-else statements and how to write them. it is an extended version of the If statement.

In this video, you will learn about nested if statements and how to write them. you can use one if or else if statement inside another if or else if statement(s).

In this video, you will learn how to write and execute different codes for more than two conditions.

In this video, you will learn about the switch statements. it is a conditional statement that evaluates an expression and compares it against a list of possibilities.

In this video, you will learn how to write a simple for loop. It allows you to write a loop that needs to execute a specific number of times.

In this video, you will learn how to write an infinite loop. it can happen if you set the condition that always returns a TRUE value.

In this video, you will learn how to write 'while loop. it is appropriate when the exact number of iterations is not known.

In this video, you will learn how to write a 'break statement'. it is used to break out of its immediate surrounding loop.

In this video, you will learn how to write a 'continue statement'. it gives you a way to skip over the current iteration of any loop.

In this video, you will learn how to write a 'goto statement'. it is used to go or jump to a labeled statement in the same function.

In this video, you will learn how to create and access an array.

In this video, you will learn how to initialize an array with ellipses and specific array elements and filter them.

In this video, you will learn how to access the elements of the array.

In this video, you will learn how to copy an array into another array by value and reference.

In this video, you will learn how to create two-dimensional arrays. they are essentially composed of one-dimensional arrays.

In this video, you will increase your knowledge about arrays.

In this video, you will learn how to create a slice using slice literal. it is declared just like an array literal, except that you do not specify any size.

Since a slice is a segment of an array, we can create a slice from an array.

A slice can also be created by slicing an existing slice.

In this video, you will learn how to create a slice using the make function. GoLang provides a library function called to make for creating slices.

You can iterate over a slice in the same way you iterate over an array.

In this video, you will learn how to add items to the existing slice.

In this video, you will learn how to edit slice items.

In this video, you will learn how to sort slices. sorting functions allow you to interact with and manipulate slice in various ways.

In this video, you will learn how to copy the contents of a slice into another slice.

In this video, you will learn how to append any number of elements to the end of a slice.

In this video, you will learn how to create a multi-dimensional slice. slices can be composed into multi-dimensional data structures.

In this video, you will learn about map specification.

In this video, you will learn how to create and initialize maps.

In this video, you will learn how to create and initializing maps using the make function.

In this video, you will learn how to access map length and map items.

In this video, you will learn how to add new items, update existing items and remove items on the map.

In this video, you will learn how to iterate over key and value pairs of maps.

In this video, you will learn how to sort map keys or values.

In this video, you will learn how to empty the map or delete all map items.

In this video, you will learn how to merge maps.

Functions help structure the code and make routine tasks easier to do.

In this video, you will learn how to create a simple function.

In this video, you will learn how to create a function that contains parameters

In this video, you will learn how to create a function that has a return type.

In this video, you will learn how to assign a function to a variable.

In this video, you will learn how to create a function that can have one or more return values.

Golang allows you to pass parameters both by reference and by value, In this video, you will learn about it.

In this video, you will learn how to declare function without any named identifier.

In this video, you will learn how to work with pointers in GoLang.

In this video, you will learn how to change pointer value.

In this video, you will learn how to pass the pointer to the function.

In this video, you will learn how to compare two pointers with each other.

In this video, you will learn how to have a pointer to pointer is the address of an address of data.

In this video, you will learn how to declare a struct. If you create a struct, you can set a couple of variables for that struct.

In this video, you will learn how to create instances from the struct in several different ways

In this video, you will learn how to create a nested struct. a struct may contain the field which in turn is the struct.

In this video, you will learn how to create a method receiver.

Golang also allows you to define a method with a pointer receiver, In this video, you will learn about it.

In this video, you will learn how to create a method that can either have a pointer receiver or a value receiver.

In this video, you will learn about the method of assigning a custom default value that can be achieved by using the constructor function.

In this video, you will learn about structs of the same type that can be compared using a comparison operator.

In this video, you will learn how to copy struct to another using copy by value and copy by reference.

In this video, you will learn how to create an an anonymous struct that it is just like a normal struct, but it is defined without a name

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Covers syntax, data structures, and concurrency, which are essential for building robust applications using Go
Explores building server and client-server applications, which are critical skills for backend development using Golang
Teaches how to build web applications and real-time applications using technologies like WebSockets, which are valuable for modern web development
Includes best practices and design principles, which are important for writing well-designed and maintainable code in professional settings
Explores database communication using Golang libraries and the GORM framework, which is useful for building data-driven applications
Discusses handshaking with external services using protocol buffers, gRPC, and RESTful technologies, which are relevant for microservices architecture

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Reviews summary

Comprehensive full stack go development

According to learners, this course provides a solid foundation and comprehensive coverage of Go programming, taking students from beginner to advanced topics including concurrency, web development, and working with databases. Students appreciate the practical projects and hands-on approach that help solidify understanding. While some mention minor issues like audio quality in older sections, the content is generally seen as high quality and the course is a valuable resource for those looking to become professional Go developers.
Needs external practice for mastery.
"The course gives a great overview, but you need to practice outside of it to truly master Go."
"While comprehensive, I felt I needed to seek additional exercises to fully grasp some topics."
"It provides the knowledge, but hands-on coding beyond the projects is essential."
Instructor is clear and knowledgeable.
"The instructor explains concepts clearly and provides helpful examples."
"I appreciate the instructor's expertise and passion for Go programming."
"His explanations were easy to follow, making complex ideas understandable."
Suitable for various skill levels.
"Even as a beginner, I could follow along, and the course progressed nicely to more complex topics."
"It's great for beginners, but it also has enough depth for those with some programming experience."
"The transition from basic syntax to advanced topics like gRPC was well-managed."
Wide range of topics included.
"The course covers a vast array of topics, from core Go concepts to full-stack applications."
"I was impressed by the depth on concurrency, web frameworks, and database interaction."
"It feels truly 'full stack' in its approach, covering front-end basics to back-end development."
Projects reinforce learning effectively.
"The hands-on coding and projects are the strongest part of the course for me."
"Building real-world applications helped me understand how to apply Go concepts."
"I found the practical exercises extremely helpful in solidifying what I learned in the lectures."
Course builds a strong base in Go.
"This course is excellent for anyone looking to build a strong foundation in Go programming."
"I really appreciated how the course started with the basics and built up gradually."
"It covered all the fundamentals necessary to get started with Go effectively."
Some early videos have quality issues.
"Some of the older sections had noticeable background noise or lower audio quality."
"While the content is good, the sound quality in the initial videos could be improved."
"I noticed inconsistent video quality across different parts of the course."

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 Full Stack Go Programming (Golang) from Beginner to Advance with these activities:
Review Basic Programming Concepts
Reinforce fundamental programming concepts like variables, data types, and control flow to build a solid foundation for learning Go.
Browse courses on Variables
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  • Review notes or online resources covering basic programming concepts.
  • Complete practice exercises on variables, data types, and operators.
  • Write simple programs using conditional statements and loops.
Read 'The Go Programming Language'
Supplement course materials with a comprehensive guide to the Go language, providing deeper insights and practical examples.
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  • Read the introductory chapters covering basic syntax and data types.
  • Work through the examples provided in the book.
  • Refer to the book for clarification on specific language features.
LeetCode Go Problems
Sharpen problem-solving skills by tackling coding challenges on platforms like LeetCode using Go.
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  • Select a set of LeetCode problems tagged with 'Go'.
  • Attempt to solve each problem independently.
  • Review solutions and discuss alternative approaches.
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Read 'Go in Action'
Supplement course materials with a practical guide to Go, focusing on real-world applications and best practices.
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  • Read chapters related to topics covered in the course.
  • Experiment with the code examples provided in the book.
  • Apply the concepts learned to your own projects.
Build a Simple REST API
Apply learned concepts by building a practical REST API using Go, reinforcing understanding of web development and server-side programming.
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  • Design the API endpoints and data models.
  • Implement the API using Go's net/http package or a framework like Gin or Echo.
  • Test the API endpoints using tools like Postman or curl.
  • Document the API using Swagger or similar tools.
Write a Blog Post on Go Concurrency
Deepen understanding of Go's concurrency features by writing a blog post explaining goroutines, channels, and select statements.
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  • Research Go's concurrency model and its key components.
  • Write a clear and concise explanation of goroutines, channels, and select statements.
  • Include code examples to illustrate the concepts.
  • Publish the blog post on a personal blog or platform like Medium.
Contribute to a Go Open Source Project
Gain real-world experience by contributing to an open-source Go project, improving coding skills and understanding of collaborative development.
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  • Identify a Go open-source project that aligns with your interests.
  • Browse the project's issue tracker for beginner-friendly issues.
  • Submit a pull request with your proposed changes.
  • Respond to feedback from project maintainers and revise your code accordingly.

Career center

Learners who complete Full Stack Go Programming (Golang) from Beginner to Advance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Golang Developer
A Golang Developer is a software developer who specializes in the Go programming language. This course is designed to help you become a professional Golang developer by providing comprehensive coverage of Go's features that cover topics such as concurrent programming with goroutines and channels that are key in the Go language. Because it emphasizes best practices and design principles, this course is particularly suited to a Golang Developer. Learning to build terminal-based and web-based applications using Go, as well as client-server applications will also be useful for a Golang Developer.
Full-Stack Developer
A Full Stack Developer works on both the front-end and back-end of web applications. This course will be helpful for a Full Stack Developer as it provides the skills necessary to build both server-side and client-side applications and how to connect them. By learning how to create terminal-based, web-based, and client-server applications, a Full Stack Developer can gain the ability to handle all of their project's needs. Also, the course addresses how to use Go to communicate with a database, and to use technologies such as protocol buffer, gRPC, and restful technologies, and this is essential knowledge for any full stack developer.
Web Application Developer
A Web Application Developer specializes in creating web applications by using code, databases, servers and networks. This course can be useful for a Web Application Developer because it teaches the skills to build both web-based and server-based applications with the Go programming language. It also teaches how to build client-server applications, and how to use Go to communicate with databases using Golang libraries, which would be very useful for any web application developer. The course emphasizes best practices and design principles, which are crucial for building robust web applications.
API Developer
An API Developer designs and builds APIs, which allow different software systems to communicate with each other. This course is well-suited for an API Developer because it addresses how Go can be used to handshaking by the out-of Golang world by services like protocol buffer, gRPC, and restful technologies. Through this course an API developer can also learn how to build client-server applications, and to understand how to best implement communication with a database, all of which are helpful skills in API development. The course also teaches best practices for writing well-designed, professional code, which is crucial for an API Developer.
Backend Developer
A Backend Developer focuses on the server-side of applications, working on databases, APIs, and server logic. This course is particularly well-suited to a Backend Developer, since it covers server applications, client-server applications, and how to build a production-ready web application. Furthermore, this course teaches how to use Go to communicate with databases, and to use services such as protocol buffer, gRPC, and restful technologies. Through this course, a backend developer can learn techniques for building real-time applications with WebSockets, which are essential on the backend.
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software systems, which often involves coding, testing, and debugging. This course helps build a foundation for a career as a software engineer, providing an understanding of core programming concepts, data structures, and algorithms in Go. This course will be particularly helpful for a software engineer as they seek to understand how to build and deploy server applications, client-server applications, and web applications using Golang. The course covers how to use Go to communicate with a database and build real-time applications, all of which are often required by a software engineer.
Database Application Developer
A Database Application Developer works to develop applications that use databases. This course is well-suited for a Database Application Developer as it teaches how to use Go to communicate with databases by using Golang libraries and gorm framework. Also, this course teaches how to build server applications, client-server applications, and the skills to build real-time applications using WebSockets. An understanding of these concepts can be used both to build database applications and to understand the databases themselves. This course introduces design principles and best practices which will be helpful for making database applications.
Cloud Engineer
A Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud computing environments. This course may be useful for a Cloud Engineer because it teaches the skills to build both server-based and client-server based applications, and also teaches how Go is used in service-to-service (server-to-server) communication via the use of protocol buffers and gRPC, which is helpful for building cloud infrastructure. It also covers building production-ready web applications, which is an important skill for interacting with applications hosted in the cloud.
Systems Programmer
A Systems Programmer works on the core software that runs a computer system or network, such as operating systems and device drivers. This course may be useful for a Systems Programmer since it provides a foundation in programming using Go, including concurrent programming using goroutines and channels, which are important in systems programming. Also, the course will provide useful tools for a Systems Programmer as it covers building terminal-based applications, and also client-server applications. The course introduces the use of protocol buffer, gRPC, and restful technologies and this can be useful for system communications.
Game Developer
A Game Developer creates video games for computers, consoles, and mobile devices. This course may be helpful for a Game Developer as it teaches how to build real-time applications using WebSockets, which are often used in online gaming. Additionally, it provides a foundation in programming in Go, including an introduction to concurrent programming using goroutines and channels. Also the course introduces how to use Go for client-server communications. A game developer also needs to understand the fundamentals of programming, and this course provides a solid grounding for this.
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer is responsible for automating and streamlining the software development lifecycle, and they also deploy and maintain applications. This course may be helpful for a DevOps Engineer because it allows learners to gain a foundational understanding of the Go programming language that they can apply to automation and monitoring tools, and also provides an understanding of client-server communications using Go. The course focuses on best practices and design principles, which would be useful for developing well-designed automation with the Go language. The course also covers how to build terminal-based applications using Go, which is sometimes a useful skill for a DevOps Engineer.
Mobile Application Developer
A Mobile Application Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining mobile applications for a variety of platforms. This course may be useful for a Mobile Application Developer as it offers some of the foundational skills that apply to all programming, such as syntax, data types, and control flow. It also introduces client-server operations. A Mobile Application Developer would need to learn a platform-specific language like Swift or Kotlin, but would still find the general programming concepts covered in this course useful.
Embedded Systems Engineer
An Embedded Systems Engineer designs and develops software for embedded systems. This course may be useful for an Embedded Systems Engineer as it covers systems programming through the Go programming language. However, this course may be less useful for an embedded systems engineer as embedded development often involves low-level hardware interaction which is not addressed in this course. The course does, however, address concurrency in the Go language, which is a valuable skill for an embedded systems engineer.
Technical Lead
A Technical Lead manages a team of developers, setting the technical direction of projects and ensuring quality code. This course may provide some benefit to a Technical Lead, as it allows them to directly understand the challenges and techniques involved in Go development with the understanding of client-server programing. By covering best practices and design principles, the course may be useful for a Technical Lead in overseeing projects developed in the Go programming language. Technical leads often need to understand how to build different types of applications, and this course addresses terminal, web, and server applications.
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist analyzes data to extract insights and make predictions. This course may be useful for a Data Scientist to learn general programming skills including data types, program control flow, and data structures. Although Go may not be the most common language for data science, this course may be helpful as it covers best practices and introduces concurrent programming, which can be helpful in dealing with large datasets, so it provides a good general grounding in programming. This course teaches the fundamentals of programming that could be applied to other Data Science languages and tools.

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Full Stack Go Programming (Golang) from Beginner to Advance.
Comprehensive guide to the Go programming language, covering everything from basic syntax to advanced topics like concurrency and networking. It is highly recommended as a reference text for this course. The book provides in-depth explanations and numerous examples to help you master Go. It is commonly used as a textbook in university courses on Go programming.
Focuses on practical application of Go, covering topics like concurrency, testing, and network programming. It's a great resource for learning how to use Go in real-world projects. The book provides hands-on examples and best practices for building robust and scalable applications. It is more valuable as additional reading to expand on the course materials.

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