ts-basic

TypeScript Basics

TypeScript is a typed superset of JavaScript that compiles to plain JavaScript. It provides static type definitions, which help catch errors during development and provide better tooling for large-scale applications. In this post, we'll walk through the basics of TypeScript, from setting up to exploring some key features.

Why TypeScript?

TypeScript offers several advantages over plain JavaScript:

• Static Typing: TypeScript enforces type definitions, helping to avoid runtime errors
• Enhanced Tooling: It improves the developer experience with better autocompletion and error-checking.
• Large-Scale Applications: It’s easier to maintain and refactor large codebases.
• Community Support: Widely adopted by the developer community, TypeScript has a rich ecosystem and support for many libraries.

Setting Up TypeScript

To start using TypeScript, install it globally or locally in your project:

npm install -g typescript