Tag: typescript
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TypeScript vs JavaScript : Choosing the Right One
When I first started building websites in 2021, the decision to use JavaScript was an easy one – it was strong, well-documented, had a good community and seemed straightforward. I can recall many late nights debugging runtime errors that could’ve easily been picked up at compile-time, grappling with type coercion, and losing my mind trying…
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TypeScript Interface: Complete Guide for Modern Developers
TypeScript interface definitions are critical in maintaining type safety when a JavaScript application is being created. They enable developers to define object structures and help ensure consistent development in a project. Understanding, using, and maintaining interfaces in TypeScript is important in proving to be beneficial to development regardless of project size – whether it is…
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Mastering NYC: Enhance JavaScript & TypeScript Test Coverage
NYC, often referred to as Istanbul’s command-line interface (CLI), is a powerful code coverage tool designed specifically for JavaScript testing. It works seamlessly with testing frameworks like Mocha, Jest, and Ava, making it an invaluable resource for developers looking to measure and improve the coverage of their tests. NYC not only tracks how much of…