Using Specialized Types and Language Features in TypeScript from Pluralsight

Ever stumbled across a TypeScript issue and became totally overwhelmed with the abstract documentation of advanced concepts? This course will help you solve even the most challenging typing and modeling issues that you will encounter in TypeScript.

Most developers find it hard to learn and understand the more advanced features of TypeScript because the documentation and examples are often way too abstract and difficult to relate to the real world. In this course, Using Specialized Types and Language Features in TypeScript, you’ll learn how to deal with challenging problems that you will find in any significantly sized code base. First, you’ll explore options for differentiating types from each other at compile and run time. Next, you’ll discover how to create types that are inferred from other types and even generate new types from existing types. Finally, you’ll learn how to model your code to deal with custom iteration, infinite sequences, and metaprogramming with symbols. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of TypeScript needed to keep your code base performant, flexible, and type-safe.

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Differentiate between Types with Type Guards

Making Your Types More Flexible with Conditional Types

Generating Complex Types Based on Existing Types

Extending Objects Safely with Symbols

Reducing the Size of Repetitive Data with Tuples

Extending the Functionality of Classes with Mixins

Modeling Idiomatic Data Sources with Iterators

Using Generators for Functions That Can Be Paused or Resumed

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Leaves learners feeling equipped with skills and knowledge to keep their projects performant, flexible, and type-safe

Develops advanced TypeScript modeling skills and deepens the understanding of type differentiation, inference, and more

Explores type safety in detail, which is especially valuable for large-scale coding projects

This is a paid course, and students may want to factor that into their decisions about whether to take it

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Using Specialized Types and Language Features in TypeScript with these activities:

Review basic object-oriented programming concepts

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Reinforces fundamental principles of OOP necessary for understanding TypeScript

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Review inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation
Practice implementing classes and interfaces
Solve coding problems that require OOP concepts

Follow tutorials on advanced TypeScript features

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Facilitates exploration and understanding of complex TypeScript concepts

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Identify specific advanced TypeScript features to learn
Search for tutorials or documentation on these features
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and implement the concepts

Solve TypeScript coding challenges

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Provides hands-on practice in applying TypeScript concepts

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Find online coding challenges or tutorials
Attempt to solve the challenges independently
Review solutions and identify areas for improvement

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Attend a TypeScript workshop or conference

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Provides an immersive experience to learn from experts and peers

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Research and find a relevant TypeScript workshop or conference
Register and attend the event
Actively participate in sessions and discussions

Advanced TypeScript Concepts Tutorial

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Enhances your understanding of advanced TypeScript concepts through guided tutorials, deepening your knowledge and expanding your skillset.

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Find reputable TypeScript tutorial resources
Follow tutorials on advanced topics
Practice and apply the concepts in your own code

Write a blog post explaining a challenging TypeScript concept

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Encourages deep understanding and improves communication skills by explaining concepts to others

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Choose a challenging TypeScript concept
Research and gather information on the concept
Write a clear and concise explanation in a blog post

Mentor junior developers on TypeScript

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Strengthens understanding by sharing knowledge and guiding others

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Identify junior developers who need guidance on TypeScript
Offer support and answer their questions
Provide constructive feedback and encourage their growth

Develop a TypeScript application or library

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Provides practical experience in applying TypeScript skills to real-world projects

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Identify a problem or opportunity that can be addressed with TypeScript
Design and develop a solution using TypeScript
Test and deploy the application or library

Career center

Learners who complete Using Specialized Types and Language Features in TypeScript will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Architect

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Data Architect

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Software Engineer

Software engineers are responsible for designing, creating, and maintaining all kinds of software. This means that they have to have a strong understanding of many different coding languages and concepts. Taking this course can help build a foundation in more specialized and complex TypeScript concepts, which can help software engineers create more sophisticated and stable software.

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Web Developer

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Front-End Developer

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Computer Programmer

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Applications Developer

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Database Administrator

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Data Analyst

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Software Quality Assurance Analyst

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Computer Systems Analyst

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Project Manager

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