If you're building backend microservices today, you've likely faced the classic dilemma: Python or Go?
Each has become a powerhouse in its own right, but they seem to pull us in different directions:
Python often feels like the quickest path from idea to implementation. Its vast ecosystem, readability, and speed of development are incredible for rapid prototyping, data-heavy services, or when developer velocity is the priority.
Go (Golang) tends to shine where performance, efficiency, and concurrency are non-negotiable. Its built-in tooling, straightforward concurrency model, and single binary deployment make it a favorite for high-throughput systems and distributed infrastructure.
There's no universal "best" — but there are trade-offs that shape our systems and teams.
So I’d love to hear from you:
→ Which language do you prefer for building performant, scalable microservices, and why?
→ Have you switched from one to the other for a particular project? What did you learn?
Especially keen to hear from those working with Data Pipelines, Cloud Infrastructure, or Real-Time Systems — what drives your choice?
Drop your thoughts, war stories, or strong opinions below! 👇 Let’s learn from each other.
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