Preface

If you’re interested in taking your command-line interface (CLI) application development skills to the next level, Building Modern CLI Applications with Go is the book for you. This guide provides a comprehensive and hands-on approach to building CLI applications from scratch, using the popular Go programming language. Not only will you learn how to use frameworks such as Cobra and Termdash, but you’ll also discover how to integrate empathetic approaches that prioritize human-first design. This book covers the entire development process, from compiling and distributing your application across multiple operating systems, to releasing it with GoReleaser and expanding your user base through Homebrew formulas. With clear explanations, practical examples, and insightful tips, this book will transform you into a skilled and creative CLI developer, able to create powerful, intuitive, and user-friendly applications that will delight your users.