Michael Lynch • 1/8/2025

if got, want: A Simple Way to Write Better Go Tests

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This article introduces an elegant Go testing pattern using 'if got, want :=' for assertions. It explains how this technique improves test readability, demonstrates its use in table-driven tests with practical examples, and details how variable scoping within if statements prevents naming conflicts.

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