What are the basic methods in Go programming?

What are the basic methods in Go programming?

In Go, methods are functions that are associated with a type. They allow you to define behavior for your types.

Can you give me an example of a method in Go?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

package main

import "fmt"

type Circle struct {
    radius float64
}

func (c Circle) Area() float64 {
    return 3.14 * c.radius * c.radius
}

func main() {
    c := Circle{radius: 5}
    fmt.Println("Area of circle:", c.Area())
}

What is the difference between a method and a function?

A method is a function that is associated with a specific type, while a function is standalone and not tied to any type.

How do I define a method with a pointer receiver?

You can define a method with a pointer receiver by using the * operator in the method's receiver declaration. For example:

func (c *Circle) Scale(factor float64) {
    c.radius *= factor
}