How to Use TypeScript With Your Node.js Project
TypeScript is handy for crafting complex apps and robust architectures like microservices. Of course, TypeScript cannot do anything that JavaScript can't, but it can make complex projects more manageable. TypeScript's strict typing and support for interfaces mean it's great for object-oriented programming. We've seen many companies turn to TypeScript for coding their backend.
There's no better time to start using TypeScript in your Node.js project than now. But how can you set it up for your Node.js project? You'll find out in this article.
What Is TypeScript? TypeScript is a compiled, strictly-typed version of JavaScript developed and maintained by Microsoft. TypeScript code transpiles into JavaScript.
The strict-typing nature of TypeScript helps developers avoid bugs in their code. It will only compile code that satisfies the rules of its specified data types. This makes TypeScript code more robust than its pure JavaScript counterpart.
It also supports both functional and object-oriented programming. All these features make it highly scalable and suitable for developing complex apps.