Autostrada Plus FAQ

What is Autostrada Plus?

Autostrada Plus is a web application and API scaffolding tool designed specifically for Go developers. It allows you to quickly generate a customized codebase tailored to your specific needs, significantly reducing the time spent on initial setup.

What features does Autostrada Plus offer?

Application Type Selection: Choose between a traditional web application or a JSON API.
Customization Options: Select your preferred database, router, configuration settings, log format, and more.
Included Helpers: Access built-in helpers for common tasks like JSON parsing, HTML rendering, and SQL migrations.
Selective Features: Include only the features you need, reducing dependencies and binary size.
Open Source: The generated code is MIT licensed for unrestricted use, including commercial applications.
Plus Features: With an Autostrada Plus account, you gain access to additional features such as automatic HTTPS, custom error pages, and user accounts with email/password authentication.

What are the pros of using Autostrada Plus?

Time-Saving: Quickly generate a fully-functional application scaffold, allowing you to focus on writing application-specific code.
Control: Generated code is yours to modify without the constraints of a third-party framework.
Sensible Structure: The scaffold follows idiomatic Go practices, providing a solid foundation for development.
Tailored Features: You can customize the generated project to include only the necessary features, leading to cleaner and more maintainable code.
Open Source Licensing: Freedom to use and modify the generated code without restrictions.

What are the cons of using Autostrada Plus?

One-Time Purchase for Plus Features: Accessing advanced features requires a one-time payment of $29.
Learning Curve: While the tool simplifies setup, users still need to have a basic understanding of Go and web development concepts.
Limited Community Support: As a newer tool, the community and resources available for troubleshooting may be limited compared to more established frameworks.

How does the setup process work?

1. Choose Your Application Type: Decide between a traditional web application or a JSON API.

2. Customize Your Application: Select databases, routers, configuration methods, log formats, and module paths.

3. Select Additional Features: Choose optional features like access logging, error notifications, and more.

Is Autostrada Plus suitable for beginners?

While Autostrada Plus is designed to streamline the setup process, it's best suited for developers who have a foundational understanding of Go and web application concepts. It can help beginners get started quickly, but some familiarity with coding practices is recommended.

How can I provide feedback or get support?

For feedback or support inquiries, you can reach out to the Autostrada team at support@autostrada.dev.

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Autostrada Plus: The Ultimate Scaffolding Tool for Your Go Projects

Kickstart your next Go web application or API project with Autostrada Plus, a powerful tool designed to eliminate the tedious setup process. With just a few clicks, you can generate a customized application scaffold that saves you hours of initial configuration and boilerplate coding.

Having already facilitated over 17,493 projects, Autostrada Plus provides a tried-and-tested application structure that prioritizes idiomatic Go practices and minimal complexity. You have complete control over the generated code—no frameworks to wrestle with, just pure Go that you can extend and adapt to fit your needs.

Autostrada Plus comes packed with essential helpers tailored to your project, ensuring that you only include features relevant to your application. With an open-source MIT license, you can use the generated code freely, even for commercial purposes. For a one-time fee of $29, unlock advanced functionalities like automatic HTTPS, custom error pages, and user authentication workflows.

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