Get started with TypeScript

• 8 Units

#Beginner | #Developer | #Student | #Azure

This module introduces you to the TypeScript language, why it was created, and how to use it for JavaScript development. You'll also set up a TypeScript development environment for future exercises.

Learning objectives

In this module, you'll:

• Learn how TypeScript is an improvement over JavaScript for web development.
• Select a TypeScript editor.
• Install TypeScript.
• Set up a TypeScript project in Visual Studio Code.

Prerequisites

• Knowledge of JavaScript
• Introduction
• Overview of TypeScript
• Exercise - Select a TypeScript editor
• Exercise - Install the TypeScript compiler
• Compile a TypeScript file
• Exercise - Set up a TypeScript project
• Knowledge check