godaemon
Daemonize Go applications using exec() instead of fork() to achieve Unix daemon behavior.
What is godaemon?
godaemon is a Go library that enables daemonization of applications by using exec() instead of the traditional fork() approach, which is not easily achievable in Go. It allows Go programs to run as Unix daemons with the usual attributes, addressing a specific need for self-daemonizing processes.
Go developers who need to run their applications as Unix daemons with attributes like output capture and file descriptor inheritance, particularly in environments where traditional fork-based daemonization is impractical.
Developers choose godaemon because it provides a pragmatic, exec-based solution for daemonization in Go, avoiding fork() limitations while offering features like output capture and file inheritance to maintain locks without race conditions.
Overview
Daemonize Go applications deviously.
Use Cases
Best For
- Running Go applications as Unix daemons with standard daemon attributes.
- Capturing standard output and error streams within a daemonized Go program.
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