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Learn how to solve the issue of missing properties when inserting items in `DynamoDB` using `Golang`. This guide covers the importance of property visibility in struct definitions and how to fix them to ensure all parameters are populated.
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Resolving DynamoDB Item Population Issues in Golang

When working with databases like Amazon's DynamoDB, it can sometimes be frustrating to encounter issues with data not being saved as expected. One common problem developers face is when certain properties do not get populated when inserting items. In this guide, we'll explore a specific case involving two AWS Lambda functions, one written in Node.js and the other in Golang. We'll identify the issue and explain how to resolve it efficiently.

The Problem: Missing Properties in DynamoDB

Let’s set the context: You have two Lambda functions that are supposed to achieve the same outcome, which is inserting an item into a DynamoDB table.

The first function, written in Node.js, successfully populates all parameters when using the putItem method to insert an item.

The second function, however, written in Golang, only inserts the ID and fails to include the other properties.

Here is an overview of both implementations:

Node.js Implementation

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Golang Implementation

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In the Golang implementation, despite constructing the RecentItem struct and marshaling it to a map suitable for DynamoDB, only the Id property gets inserted into the database.

The Solution: Exporting Properties Properly

Understanding Visibility in Go

In Go, the visibility of struct fields is determined by their capitalization. If a field starts with a lowercase letter, it is unexported (private) and cannot be accessed outside of the package it's defined in. As a result, DynamoDB will not be able to marshal unexported fields.

Fixing the Struct Definition

To resolve this issue, you need to ensure that all the fields you want to include in your DynamoDB item are exported. This means that they should start with an uppercase letter. Here’s how the corrected struct definition should look:

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Key Changes Explained

Changed _version to Version

Changed _lastChangedAt to LastChangedAt

Changed createdAt to CreatedAt

Changed updatedAt to UpdatedAt

With these modifications, all fields are now exported, and the MarshalMap process will successfully include them when you insert data into DynamoDB.

Conclusion

When working with AWS Lambda and DynamoDB in Golang, it's crucial to remember that field visibility significantly affects how data is handled. By exporting the fields in your struct, you ensure that every parameter is correctly populated in your DynamoDB table. Following the guidance above should solve any issues you encounter with missing parameters during your data insertion processes.

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