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# [Understanding Value and Pointer Receivers in Golang](https://thebugshots.dev/understanding-value-and-pointer-receivers-in-golang?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Explore Golang's value & pointer receivers for efficient programs; understand characteristics, use cases, performance, and guidelines

Jul 24, 2023 · 4 min read · thebugshots.dev  
Updated May 14, 2024  
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