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Golang for Beginners

2h 28m 28s
English
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Golang for Beginners is a 27-lesson 2 hours 28 minutes self-paced course by Zero To Mastery. Golang is one of the main tools for creating scalable and high-performance software, and in this course, you will learn it from scratch.

Course facts

Lessons
27
Duration
2 hours 28 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
Instructor
Zero To Mastery
Price
Premium

Golang is one of the main tools for creating scalable and high-performance software, and in this course, you will learn it from scratch.

The course is suitable for both beginners in programming and those transitioning to Go from other languages. You will become familiar with Go's clean syntax, strict typing, and modern capabilities for working with parallel processes. We will start by setting up the development environment and gradually cover key topics: data types, functions, control structures — with practical examples at each stage.

You will also gain experience working with the most in-demand data structures in Go: slices, maps, and structs. Here you will not just learn theory — you will write real code.

By the end of the course, you will confidently master the basics of Go and be ready to move on to real projects or technical interviews without unnecessary stress.

Additional

https://github.com/jayson-lennon/ztm-golang

Who teaches Golang for Beginners? Zero To Mastery

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Zero To Mastery (ZTM) is a Toronto-based online coding academy founded by Andrei Neagoie, originally a senior developer at large Canadian tech firms before turning to teaching full-time. The academy's signature is the cohort-based bootcamp track combined with a deep self-paced course library, all aimed at career-changers and self-taught developers preparing to land software-engineering roles at top companies.

The instructor roster has grown well beyond Andrei to include other senior practitioners: Daniel Bourke (machine learning), Aleksa Tešić (DevOps), Jacinto Wong, and others. Courses cover the full software-engineering career path: web development with React and Next.js, Python, machine learning and deep learning, DevOps and cloud, system design, mobile, and the algorithm / data-structure interview prep that gates engineering jobs.

The CourseFlix listing under this source carries over 120 ZTM courses spanning that full range. Material is paid; ZTM itself runs on a monthly / annual membership model. The teaching style favours long-form, project-based courses where students build complete portfolio-quality applications rather than disconnected feature tutorials.

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#1: Introduction
All Course Lessons (27)
#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
1
Introduction Demo
01:28
2
Install Golang
02:39
3
Packages & Modules
03:36
4
Data Types
05:09
5
Strings / Runes
07:37
6
Go CLI
01:47
7
Variables
10:32
8
Demo: Variables
09:56
9
Basic Functions
05:53
10
Demo: Functions
04:04
11
Operators
05:00
12
if..else
08:23
13
Demo: if..else
02:54
14
switch
04:11
15
Demo: switch
03:43
16
Looping
05:05
17
Demo: Looping
03:56
18
Structures
06:08
19
Demo: Structures
05:00
20
Exercise: Structures
03:29
21
Arrays
09:01
22
Demo: Arrays
04:57
23
Slices
12:03
24
Demo: Slices
04:07
25
Ranges
04:47
26
Maps
06:02
27
Demo: Maps
07:01
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202-data-types PDF
302-packages-modules PDF
403-strings-runes PDF
504-cli PDF
605-variables PDF
706-basic-functions PDF
807-operators PDF
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1009-switch PDF
1110-looping PDF
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1312-arrays PDF
1413-slices PDF
1514-maps PDF
1615-pointers PDF
1716-receiver-functions PDF
1817-iota PDF
1918-text-formatting-fmt PDF
2019-init-function PDF
2120-testing PDF
2221-interfaces PDF
2322-error-handling PDF
2423-readers-writers PDF
2524-type-embedding PDF
2625-generics PDF
2726-function-literal PDF
2827-defer PDF
2928-concurrent-programming PDF
3029-goroutines PDF
3130-channels PDF
3231-synchronization PDF
3332-concurrency-patterns PDF
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35pixl-02-intro PDF
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Frequently asked questions

What prior knowledge do I need before enrolling in this course?
This course is designed for beginners in programming and those transitioning from other languages. No prior knowledge of Go is required. However, a basic understanding of programming concepts will be beneficial as the course covers foundational topics like data types, control structures, and functions.
What projects or exercises will I work on in this course?
Throughout the course, you will engage in practical examples and exercises, such as working with data structures like slices, maps, and structs. The course includes demo lessons and exercises to reinforce learning, such as the 'Exercise: Structures' lesson, where you apply concepts in a hands-on manner.
Who is the target audience for this Go programming course?
The course is aimed at individuals new to programming and those who are looking to transition to Go from other programming languages. It is suitable for anyone interested in learning how to build scalable and high-performance software using Golang.
What specific tools or platforms will I learn to use in this course?
You will learn to set up a Go development environment and work with the Go CLI. The course includes lessons on installing Golang and using packages and modules, which are essential tools for Go development.
What advanced topics are not covered in this beginner course?
This course focuses on the basics of Go, such as data types, functions, and control structures. Advanced topics like concurrency, advanced networking, or Go's standard library in-depth are not covered here, as the course is intended for beginners.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
The course consists of 27 lessons with various practical demos and exercises. While the exact runtime is not specified, students should plan to dedicate several hours per week to complete the lessons and exercises, practicing coding outside of lesson time to reinforce learning.
How will this course help in advancing my career or further learning?
By completing this course, you will gain a solid understanding of Go's syntax and core concepts, which are valuable for technical interviews and real-world projects. Mastery of these fundamentals can ease the transition to more advanced Go topics and open opportunities in fields requiring scalable software solutions.