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# [Your First CLI in Go](https://thegoninja.hashnode.dev/your-first-cli-in-go?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn how os.Args works, handle missing input gracefully, and compile your first real Go binary - no external packages needed.

Mar 19 · 4 min read · thegoninja.hashnode.dev  
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[Oluwatosin Oghenewaire Thompson](https://hashnode.com/@thegoninja)

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Hi, I’m Oluwatosin Thompson, a Backend Engineer specialising in Go (Golang) and passionate about creating reliable, scalable, and efficient backend systems that power great products. I’ve built and maintained production-grade services using Temporal, Prometheus, and AWS, with a strong emphasis on performance optimisation, distributed systems, and clean, maintainable code. My work reflects a balance between technical excellence and real-world business impact. I enjoy sharing my learning journey through technical writing and documenting how I solve engineering challenges. Known for being teachable, adaptable, and detail-oriented, I’m always eager to take on complex problems and deliver elegant solutions. I’m committed to engineering growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with a long-term goal of building impactful systems used worldwide.

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