This course introduces the essentials of TypeScript, combining type system fundamentals with hands-on coding, object modeling, and scalable function design. Designed to provide both theoretical foundations and practical experience, it explores how TypeScript strengthens JavaScript with static typing, advanced tooling, and compiler-driven safety to create robust, maintainable applications.



Getting Started with TypeScript
This course is part of Modern Web Development with TypeScript Specialization

Instructor: Edureka
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There are 4 modules in this course
Learn the fundamentals of TypeScript, its evolution, and why it extends JavaScript with static typing and tooling. This module covers setup, compiler options, type checking, and configuration to build a solid foundation.
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13 videos3 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
Explore TypeScript’s powerful type system, from primitives and unions to conditional types and enums. Gain hands-on experience modeling data with objects, arrays, and advanced type features for safer, maintainable code.
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27 videos3 readings4 assignments
Master functions in TypeScript, including parameters, return types, and overloading, before advancing to generics. Learn to design reusable, type-safe utilities and APIs with flexible and scalable patterns.
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19 videos3 readings5 assignments
This final module consolidates your TypeScript learning journey, providing a structured reflection and knowledge check. It reinforces the key concepts explored throughout the course—from core types and objects to functions, generics, and compiler configurations—and highlights how they fit into building scalable, maintainable applications. Learners will also reflect on their progress, engage in dialogue to connect concepts, and demonstrate their understanding through a graded assessment.
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1 video1 reading2 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin
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TypeScript is a superset of JavaScript that adds static typing, compiler checks, and advanced tooling to help developers write safer and more maintainable code.
Yes, a basic understanding of JavaScript fundamentals is recommended, since TypeScript builds directly on top of it.
No, TypeScript code must be compiled into JavaScript, which is then executed by browsers or Node.js.
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