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System Programming Essentials with Go

System calls, networking, efficiency, and security practices with practical projects in Golang

Alex Rios

Created by Alex Rios

Explore how to leverage Go for system programming tasks, from managing files and processes to building networked applications. You'll learn practical techniques to write efficient, secure, and reliable code that interacts directly with the operating system.

Packt | Jun 2024 | 408 min

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LevelExpert
CategoriesSoftware Engineering and Architecture, Operating Systems, Drivers, and Firmware, Gin, Go

What You Will Learn

You will work through real-world examples that demonstrate how to handle system calls, manage processes, and implement network communication using Go. Each topic is broken down into practical steps, making complex concepts approachable and actionable as you build your skills.

Key Features

  • Master file operations, process management, and inter-process communication in Go
  • Build robust networked applications and automate system tasks with Go's concurrency tools
  • Apply best practices for logging, tracing, and secure distributed system design

Target Audience

Ideal for software engineers and developers who already know the basics of Go and want to deepen their understanding of system-level programming. If you're aiming to create more efficient, secure, and scalable applications that interact closely with the operating system, you'll find these skills essential.

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