Go for Java Programmers

Learn Google's Go Programming Language

By: Barry A. Feigenbaum

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eText | 1 January 2026 | Edition Number 2

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Get an in-depth introduction to the Go programming language and its associated standard runtime libraries. This book is tailored for Java programmers to utilize their existing knowledge to learn Go. You will get a deep understanding of the Go language and obtain a good introduction to the extensive Go standard libraries.

The Second Edition is updated for new and enhanced APIs in both Java and Go, including revised discussions on modules and Go generics. Through clear descriptions of Go features, contrasted with similar Java features and new extensive code examples, you will possess enough knowledge of Go's libraries to begin doing effective programming in the language.

Go for Java Programmers is structured more like a tutorial than a reference document. It covers key features of Go, but not every little detail as a reference might. Its goal is to get you competent enough in Go and its runtime that you can begin to effectively write Go programs.

What You Will Learn

Examine the key Go Runtime libraries and how they compare to Java libraries.
See when it is appropriate to use the Go language instead of the Java language.
Read and understand programs written in Go.
Write many programs in Go.
Determine when Go is an appropriate language to develop applications in.
Discover how the Go and Java languages and development experience compare and contrast.

Who This Book Is For

Primarily existing professional Java programmers or students that already know something about Java. A basic understanding of Java is expected. Some basic programming experience with imperative languages is expected.