Learn MARTINI with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Architecture
Middleware stack for request handling
Handlers composed in a linear chain
Dependency injection via context parameters
Routing maps URL patterns to handlers
Template rendering and static file serving optional
Rendering Model
HTTP request -> Router -> Middleware -> Handler -> Response
Context manages request data
Templates optional for HTML rendering
Static files served via handlers
Middleware can modify request/response along chain
Architectural Patterns
Middleware stack
Dependency injection for handlers
Modular routing and request handling
Stateless request-response cycle
Optional template rendering
Real World Architectures
Small REST APIs
Prototyping internal tools
Microservices for small teams
Static content servers
Educational Go projects
Design Principles
Minimalistic and lightweight
Middleware-driven architecture
Rapid development and prototyping
Composable handlers and dependency injection
Integration-friendly with Go ecosystem
Scalability Guide
Add load balancers in front of Martini app
Use Go routines for concurrent processing
Integrate Redis or caching layer
Split services into multiple Martini apps if needed
Monitor performance and optimize middleware
Migration Guide
Upgrade Go to latest stable version
Update Martini package if needed
Refactor handler signatures as needed
Test routing and middleware chains
Consider migrating to Gin for larger projects