Foundations of Go: Build REST APIs and Microservices

Go is the backbone of modern cloud infrastructure and high-performance backend systems. In this text-based course, you will transition from learning basic syntax to architecting robust REST APIs and microservices. You will explore how to write concurrent, maintainable code that powers scalable applications. What you will learn: [1] Understand the foundational syntax, data types, and control structures of Go. [2] Build scalable REST APIs using modern standard library routing and structured logging. [3] Apply Go's concurrency model using goroutines and channels for efficient processing. [4] Design and structure modular microservices for cloud-native environments. [5] Practice writing unit tests and managing application context for reliable backend services. [6] Configure basic containerization principles to prepare your Go applications for deployment. The course begins with essential terminology and fundamental programming concepts before guiding you through hands-on written exercises. You will progressively build your backend knowledge, moving from simple scripts to a fully structured microservice architecture. Designed for beginners and aspiring backend or DevOps developers, this course requires no prior experience with Go. Start reading today to build a strong foundation in modern backend development.