How to Install GolangCI on Windows 11

GolangCI is a linter for Go code. It ensures that the Go code you write follows best practices, is well-structured and efficient. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing GolangCI on Windows 11.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, you need to make sure that the following requirements are met:

• You have a Windows 11 operating system running on your computer.
• You have administrative privileges on your computer.
• You have Go installed on your computer. If you do not have Go installed, you can download it from the official website: https://golang.org/dl/

Step 1 – Download GolangCI

To download GolangCI, follow the steps below:

1. Open your web browser and navigate to https://golangci.com/
2. Go to the "Download" section and click on the "Download for Windows" button.
3. The download will start automatically.

Step 2 – Install GolangCI

When the download is complete, follow the steps below to install GolangCI:

1. Double-click on the downloaded file to start the installation process.
2. In the installation wizard, select the language you want to use and click "Next".
3. Read the license agreement, select the "I accept the agreement" option, and click "Next".
4. Choose the installation location or leave it as the default and click "Next".
5. Click "Install" to start the installation process.
6. Wait for the installation process to complete and click "Finish".

Step 3 – Verify GolangCI Installation

To verify that GolangCI has been installed correctly, open a command prompt and type the following command:

golangci-lint --version

If GolangCI has been installed correctly, the terminal will display the installed version of GolangCI.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed GolangCI on Windows 11. You can now use GolangCI to lint your Go code and ensure that it follows best practices. Happy coding!

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