goplt/docs/content/adr/0002-go-version.md

ADR-0002: Go Version

Status

Superseded by ADR-0034: Go Version Upgrade to 1.25.3

Context

Go releases new versions regularly with new features, performance improvements, and security fixes. We need to choose a Go version that:

• Provides necessary features for the platform
• Has good ecosystem support
• Is stable and production-ready
• Supports required tooling (plugins, etc.)

Decision

Use Go 1.24.3 as the minimum required version for the platform.

Rationale:

• Latest stable version available
• Provides all required features for the platform
• Ensures compatibility with modern Go tooling
• Supports all planned features (modules, plugins, generics)

Consequences

Positive

• Access to latest Go features and performance improvements
• Better security with latest patches
• Modern tooling support

Negative

• Requires developers to have Go 1.24.3+ installed
• CI/CD must use compatible Go version
• May limit compatibility with some older dependencies (if any)

Implementation Notes

• Specify in go.mod: go 1.24
• Document in README.md and CI configuration
• Update .github/workflows/ci.yml to use actions/setup-go@v5 with version 1.24.3
• Add version check script if needed