ExpressJS style framework in Golang

In plain words

This is a web framework for Go developers that adopts the design patterns and approach of the popular ExpressJS framework from Node.js. It provides familiar conventions for building web applications and APIs, making it easier for developers experienced with Express to work in Go. The framework was launched in 2016 and is available on GitHub.

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