TypeScript helps you write better JavaScript by adding types to your code. It was born from the frustration that JavaScript wasn't sufficient for large-scale applications. Think of TypeScript as JavaScript with a type guard wearing a superhero cape.
What is a Compiled Language?
Compiled languages like TypeScript write code once and compile it into something else (JavaScript). Interpreted languages like pure JavaScript write code once and interpret it directly. This gives TypeScript the power to catch errors before they even run, making your development experience much smoother.
let name: string = "World";
console.log(`Hello, ${name}!`);