How can I use the Go Race Detector?

What is the Go Race Detector and how do I use it?

The Go Race Detector is a tool that helps identify race conditions in Go programs. You can use it by running your program with the -race flag.

Can you give me an example of how to run it?

Sure! You can run your Go program like this: go run -race your_program.go. This will check for race conditions during execution.

What should I do if it detects a race condition?

If a race condition is detected, you'll need to analyze the output to identify the conflicting goroutines and then refactor your code to synchronize access to shared resources.

Are there any best practices to avoid race conditions?

Yes! Use channels for communication, avoid shared state when possible, and always use synchronization primitives like mutexes when accessing shared data.