Paul Burgess

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When coming to TypeScript from OOP languages it can be very easy to fall into the trap of using types the same way you are used to. But this is missing a lot of power of TypeScript. This article looks at how you can extend your TypeScript use to not only represent types, but also express the intent and document your code better.

Paul Burgess · 11^th Oct 2021 · 5 min read

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Better React Components with TypeScript Union Types

TypeScript can enhance the experience of developing React components. However to fully represent the types of some dynamic components, we need to harness the power of union types. This article examines an example where union types improves our component typing.

Paul Burgess · 27^th Jul 2021 · 7 min read

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Getting the most out of TypeScript - Union Types

When using TypeScript for many developers it is natural to compare to Object Oriented languages. However TypeScript is different. This article looks at one tool that does not exist in Object Oriented languages: Union Types, and how you can use it to improve your TypeScript.

Paul Burgess · 28^th Jun 2021 · 7 min read

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TypeScript: Interfaces or Types. What’s the Difference?

When first using TypeScript you get presented with a choice, do I represent that with an interface or a type alias? In this article I explain the differences and why and when you should choose one over the other.

Paul Burgess · 24^th Jun 2021 · 5 min read