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godotenv - Load Environment Variables from .env in Go
A simple Go library that loads environment variables from a .env file. Ideal for managing application configuration in development and testing environments.
Project Introduction
Summary
godotenv is a Go port of the popular Ruby dotenv library, providing a straightforward way to load environment variables from a .env file into `os.Getenv` and `os.Setenv`.
Problem Solved
Managing environment-specific configuration (like database credentials, API keys) in applications can be cumbersome and insecure if hardcoded. Dotenv helps separate configuration from code, making it easy to manage environment variables outside the application source.
Core Features
Loads Variables from .env
Automatically parses key-value pairs from the .env file.
Simple Integration
Designed for minimal setup and easy integration into any Go project.
Robust .env Parsing
Supports variable expansion and commenting within the .env file.
Tech Stack
Use Cases
godotenv is primarily used in development and testing workflows to manage application configuration outside the codebase.
Local Development Setup
Details
Load API keys, database URLs, and other secrets from a .env file during local development, keeping sensitive information out of version control.
User Value
Simplifies local environment setup for developers and enhances security by preventing accidental exposure of credentials.
Automated Testing Environments
Details
Use .env files to configure test databases, external service mock endpoints, or feature flags for different testing scenarios.
User Value
Allows for easy configuration switching between different test suites or environments without code changes.
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