Question 1

How to style terminal text with colors in Go using Gommon?

Accepted Answer

Import the Color package and use methods like Color.Red() to apply colors, making CLI output more readable and visually appealing for command-line applications.

Question 2

Gommon log vs standard Go log package, which is better?

Accepted Answer

Gommon's Log offers slightly more configurability and color support for terminal output, while the standard log is more minimal and integrated into Go's core, suitable for basic needs without extra dependencies.

Question 3

How to format byte sizes human-readably with Gommon?

Accepted Answer

Use the Bytes package functions to convert byte values to strings like '1.5 KB' or parse them back, simplifying display in applications that handle file sizes or data metrics.

Question 4

Is Gommon actively maintained and reliable for production?

Accepted Answer

Check the GitHub repository for recent commits and issue activity; the README shows coverage badges, but it's lightweight, so ensure it meets your specific production requirements for logging and formatting.

Question 5

What are good alternatives to Gommon for logging in Go?

Accepted Answer

For more feature-rich logging, consider libraries like Zap or Logrus, which offer structured logging, performance optimizations, and broader ecosystem support, though they come with added complexity.

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