TypeScript Cookbook • Stefan Baumgartner & Peter Kröner • GOTO 2025

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Read the full transcription of the interview here:
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Stefan Baumgartner - Author of "TypeScript Cookbook" & "TypeScript in 50 Lessons"
Peter Kröner - Host of "Working Draft" Podcast & Freelance Trainer for Frontend Web Tech

RESOURCES
Stefan
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Peter
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Links
https://typescript-cookbook.com
https://typescript-book.com
https://workingdraft.de
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DESCRIPTION
Peter Kröner and Stefan Baumgartner explore practical TypeScript implementation strategies in this discussion of Stefan's latest book, "TypeScript Cookbook", a sequel to his previous work "TypeScript in 50 Lessons". From minimal type annotations to knowing when to use advanced features, Stefan shares insights on efficient project setup, alternatives to enums, and the strategic use of classes.

The conversation examines the philosophy behind TypeScript's design while emphasizing a pragmatic approach that focuses on understanding what happens behind the scenes to make better coding decisions. Stefan consistently advocates for simplicity and intentionality when working with TypeScript's powerful but sometimes complex type system.

TIMECODES
00:00 Intro
00:30 Intro to the TypeScript Cookbook
13:42 Project setup: Keeping it simple
20:14 Use type annotations strategically
25:44 Avoiding enums in favor of simpler alternatives
36:12 Classes: When to use them & when to avoid them
42:44 Outro

RECOMMENDED BOOKS
Stefan Baumgartner • TypeScript Cookbook • https://amzn.to/4iefuM7
Stefan Baumgartner • TypeScript in 50 Lessons • https://amzn.to/4lEBanw
Alexandre Portela dos Santos • Deno Web Development • https://amzn.to/3MZBY7g
Fernando Doglio • Introducing Deno • https://amzn.to/3KOFBKy
Dan Vanderkam • Effective TypeScript • https://amzn.to/3DBmCib
Nathan Rozentals • Mastering TypeScript • https://amzn.to/2V4LYUt

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