DB_HOST=localdb DB_PORT=5433 DB_USER=localuser DB_PASSWORD=localpassword When you run your Go application on your local machine, it will use the environment variables from both .env and .env.go.local files. The values from .env.go.local will override those in .env , so your application will use the local database instance with the specified credentials.
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As a Go developer, you're likely no stranger to managing environment variables in your applications. In a typical Go development workflow, you may have different environment variables for your local machine, staging, and production environments. Managing these variables can become cumbersome, especially when working on multiple projects simultaneously. .env.go.local
By adopting this approach, you can focus on building and testing your Go applications without worrying about environment variable management. Happy coding! In a typical Go development workflow, you may
In this blog post, we'll explore how to use a .env.go.local file to simplify local development in Go applications. Happy coding