Go 1.11 modules require git

[fluxynet]

Hello,
When building go 1.11 applications, git is required for dependency management using go mod.
Should git not be added? e.g. in alpine images via apk add git ?

[yosifkit]

Short answer: nope.

Long answer: It is left out on purpose. From the docs that appear on Docker Hub:

To minimize image size, it's uncommon for additional related tools (such as git or bash) to be included in Alpine-based images. Using this image as a base, add the things you need in your own Dockerfile (see the alpine image description for examples of how to install packages if you are unfamiliar).