Getting Started with Go

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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Getting Started with Go

About this course

This course is for individuals with previous programming experience in languages like C, Python, or Java, who are looking to learn a modern, efficient language. Learning Go will equip you with skills highly valued in backend development and system programming, enhancing your career prospects in these growing fields. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Understand the fundamental elements of Go, an open-source programming language. - Work with Go data types, protocols, and formats, including RFCs and JSON. - Practice writing and debugging Go programs in a Go development environment. - Implement simple Go programs, preparing you for advanced Go specialization. To be successful in this course, you should have a background in basic programming concepts and experience with at least one programming language.

What you'll learn

  • Understand the fundamental elements of Go
  • Work with Go data types, protocols, and formats
  • Practice writing and debugging Go programs
  • Implement simple Go programs

Course objectives

  • Equip students with skills valued in backend development
  • Prepare students for advanced Go specialization

Skills you'll gain

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