Go for Information Displays

Explore the versatility of Go for creating information displays and visualizations in this 23-minute conference talk from GopherCon 2018. Discover how Go, typically associated with back-end systems, can be effectively used for "programming pictures" and transforming data into compelling visual representations. Learn about three powerful tools: SVGo, OpenVG library, and dec, and see their applications across various domains including sports, Go developer data, IT diagrams, flyers, stock data, persona views, time/weather/news, and general charting. Gain insights into the concept of the "universal canvas" (ucan) as a framework for building information displays and visualizations. Through practical design examples and illustrations, understand how Go can be leveraged to create impactful visual content beyond its traditional use cases.