TypeScript

Statically typed programming language developed by Microsoft.

TypeScript is a statically typed, open-source programming language developed by Microsoft. It builds upon JavaScript, adding optional static typing and other features to improve code maintainability and scalability for large projects. TypeScript compiles to plain JavaScript, making it compatible with any browser or JavaScript runtime environment.

Etymology

TypeScript is a superset of JavaScript developed by Microsoft.

Explain Like I’m 5

TypeScript is like JavaScript but with extra rules to help catch mistakes before your website breaks, making it easier for developers to build big projects.

Fun Facts

TypeScript adds optional static typing to JavaScript
It's designed for large-scale application development
TypeScript compiles to plain JavaScript

FAQ

What is TypeScript? It's a programming language
Who created it? Microsoft
What type of language is it? Statically typed

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

programming language superset

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

JavaScript

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Microsoft technologies web development

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programming language software development

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