This discussion centers on using Go for scripting tasks typically managed by shell scripts. While some believe that Go could simplify system administration tasks and provide better structure and maintainability compared to shell scripting, others argue that the inherent flexibility and rapid development capabilities of shell scripts cannot easily be replicated in Go. Key comments highlight the high line count in Go scripts compared to shell scripts, raising concerns about productivity. Users recognize that converting shell scripts to Go results in significantly more code, regardless of potential performance gains and improved user experiences. Some commentators criticize the complexity of Go's syntax for scripting purposes and emphasize that shell scripting should remain for smaller automation tasks. Others offer constructive suggestions, such as integrating Go with an interpreter like yaegi for added flexibility. Overall, there is a tension between the desire for structured, maintainable code and the efficiency of quick scripting in shell languages, igniting a dialogue about the ideal roles of shell scripts versus programming languages like Go in automation tasks.