Question 1

What is a go.sum file?

Accepted Answer

A `go.sum` file is automatically generated and maintained by the Go toolchain. It contains the expected cryptographic checksums (hashes) of the content of specific module versions. This ensures that future downloads of these modules retrieve the exact same bits, protecting against accidental or malicious modifications.

Question 2

How do I use this viewer?

Accepted Answer

Click the "Open Local File" button to select a `go.sum` file from your device. Its content, which lists module paths, versions, and their hashes, will be displayed as plain text.

Question 3

Does this tool verify checksums?

Accepted Answer

No, this viewer only displays the text content of the `go.sum` file. It does not perform any checksum verification or interact with the Go toolchain.

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