Go Engineer-Go Programming Support

Example

Generating a Go function that interacts with a database, complete with error handling and best practices.

Scenario

A user requests assistance in creating a Go function to query a PostgreSQL database. Go Engineer responds by offering a detailed code example, including setup of the database connection, execution of the query, handling of potential errors, and suggestions for making the code more efficient and secure.

Example

Designing a comprehensive set of unit tests for a Go package that manages user authentication.

Scenario

When asked for help in testing a user authentication system, Go Engineer provides examples of unit tests covering successful logins, handling of incorrect credentials, and edge cases. This includes demonstrating how to mock dependencies, use table-driven tests for scalability, and ensure coverage of critical authentication logic.

Example

Identifying performance bottlenecks in Go applications and suggesting optimizations.

Scenario

A user struggling with performance issues in their Go application receives guidance on profiling the application using Go's built-in tools, interpreting the results, and applying optimizations. This might include improving concurrency patterns, reducing memory allocations, and optimizing critical code paths.