# Fast and Compiled ![rw-book-cover](https://api.boot.dev/v1/static/course_image/learn-golang) ## Metadata - Author: [[boot.dev]] - Full Title: Fast and Compiled - Category: #articles - Summary: Compiled languages usually run faster than interpreted ones. Go is faster than JavaScript, Python, and Ruby, but not as fast as Rust, Zig, or C. However, Go compiles much quicker, making it great for developers. - URL: https://www.boot.dev/lessons/9180f35f-79cb-4df8-b561-c370b15dba95 ## Highlights - However, Go programs don't run quite as fast as its compiled Rust, Zig, and C counterparts. That said, it *compiles* much faster than they do, which makes the developer experience super productive. ([View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01jmzzm2q2ys8jdfekepg3hpxe))