Build miniDiscord: Scalability using Go

Workshop October 20th, 2022

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Event Information Join us in a collaboration with UCF KnightHacks from 6pm-8pm to discover the world of Scalability using Go and Google Cloud's Firebase.

Prerequisites
No prerequisites to join!
However, we suggest brushing up on Pointers, Structs, and Struct Methods using the following resources:
Pointers
Structs
Struct Methods

Join in person in Building BA1 Room 147 or on Zoom.

For this event, you'll need a working computer with a modern browser (such as Google Chrome) and a stable internet connection.

What you'll learn
  • How to design and create a scaleable real-time chat application
  • How to use Firebase and Go together
What you'll gain
  • Your own chat application!
  • Useful applications and examples of Golang and Firebase
  • Resources and learning material

Need help? Our tech leads are here to help! They can help guide you through labs, answer any questions about the content, and provide a more comprehensive overview of the content. Reach out to them in the Discord server.

Take the opportunity to discuss these topics with other members in the club. Get to know them, ask questions, and provide help. This is a great way to find potential team members for the Solution Challenge. Make sure to guide members to the correct solution rather than giving them the answer.