Before we write any code, we need to understand what Go is, get it installed on our machine, and run our first program. This section sets that foundation.
What’s in this section
- Introduction to Go — what Go is, why it exists, and what kind of programs you can build with it
- Installation — install Go on macOS, Linux, or Windows, and set up your editor
- Hello, World! — write, compile, and run your very first Go program
By the end of this section you’ll have a working Go environment and your first running program. From there, every chapter builds on what you already have.
Let’s start with the basics — what is Go, and why should you care?