What are Pointers in Go? A Guide for JavaScript Devs
04-24-2023
A look into pointers in Go, tailored for JavaScript developers.
I recently wrote a post for freeCodeCamp that breaks down pointers in Go—especially with JavaScript developers in mind. If you've ever felt like pointers were a bit of a mystery, this one’s for you.
I cover:
- What pointers actually are (and how they're different from regular variables)
- How to use
*
and&
in Go - Why pointer receivers matter when working with methods
- Common pitfalls like
nil
pointers
Let me know what you think—or if anything's still fuzzy!