Golang for Automation in AWS

In a blog post by Michael Levan, Golang is highlighted as a suitable programming language for automation, particularly in the context of AWS. The article provides a step-by-step guide on using Golang to automate the retrieval of metadata from AWS EC2 instances. It outlines the prerequisites needed, such as beginner-level knowledge of Golang and AWS, and the setup of an AWS configuration on the local machine. The post details the process of importing necessary AWS packages from GitHub, setting up a Go environment in Visual Studio Code, and writing the main function to execute the automation script. By utilizing the AWS SDK for Go, the blog demonstrates how to connect to AWS, handle errors, and output EC2 instance information, emphasizing Golang's procedural nature and its ability to streamline automation tasks in AWS.