TypeScript Syllabus

Welcome to The Coding College, your ultimate guide to learning TypeScript. At The Coding College, we ensure that your learning journey is structured, comprehensive, and engaging. This syllabus is designed to cater to beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced developers, covering all essential TypeScript concepts.

Introduction to TypeScript

Goal: Understand what TypeScript is and why it’s used.

1. What is TypeScript?
2. TypeScript vs. JavaScript
3. Advantages of TypeScript
4. Installing TypeScript
5. Setting up a TypeScript Project
6. Your First TypeScript Program

Basic TypeScript Concepts

Goal: Learn the foundations of TypeScript.

1. Type Annotations and Type Inference
2. Primitive Types:
   • number
   • string
   • boolean
   • null and undefined
3. Special Types:
   • any
   • unknown
   • never
   • void
4. Arrays and Tuples
5. Type Assertions

Intermediate TypeScript Concepts

Goal: Build on basic knowledge to work with real-world scenarios.

1. Object Types
   • Defining Objects
   • Optional and Readonly Properties
2. Enums
   • Numeric and String Enums
   • Heterogeneous Enums
   • Const Enums
3. Functions
   • Type Annotations for Functions
   • Default and Optional Parameters
   • Function Overloads
4. Type Aliases and Interfaces
   • Using Type Aliases
   • Defining Interfaces
   • Extending Interfaces
5. Union and Intersection Types
6. Literal Types
   • String and Numeric Literals
7. Discriminated Unions

Advanced TypeScript Concepts

Goal: Gain expertise in TypeScript for complex applications.

1. Generics
   • Generic Functions and Classes
   • Constraints with Generics
   • Using keyof and typeof with Generics
2. Advanced Types
   • Utility Types (Partial, Readonly, Pick, Omit, etc.)
   • Conditional Types
   • Mapped Types
3. Modules
   • Exporting and Importing Modules
   • Default and Named Exports
4. Namespaces
   • Internal Modules and Namespaces
5. Decorators (Experimental)
   • Class, Method, and Property Decorators
6. Working with this
7. Mixins

TypeScript with JavaScript Frameworks

Goal: Integrate TypeScript into modern JavaScript frameworks.

1. TypeScript with React
2. TypeScript with Angular
3. TypeScript with Vue.js
4. Using TypeScript in Node.js
5. TypeScript with Express

TypeScript Project Setup

Goal: Learn how to set up and configure TypeScript projects.

1. tsconfig.json
   • Understanding Compiler Options
   • Strict Mode and Type Checking Options
2. Tooling
   • Linters (ESLint)
   • Build Tools (Webpack, Vite, etc.)
   • Testing Frameworks (Jest, Mocha)

Practical TypeScript Applications

Goal: Build confidence by working on practical TypeScript projects.

1. Creating a Todo App
2. Building a Simple REST API with Express
3. Using TypeScript for State Management
4. Building a TypeScript Library
5. Creating a CLI Tool with TypeScript

TypeScript for Enterprise Development

Goal: Learn enterprise-level best practices.

1. Defining and Using Type Declarations
2. Using DefinitelyTyped
3. Integrating TypeScript in Monorepos
4. Migrating JavaScript to TypeScript

TypeScript Updates and Ecosystem

Goal: Stay updated with the latest TypeScript features.

1. What’s New in TypeScript 5.x
2. Future Roadmap for TypeScript
3. Popular Libraries and Tools for TypeScript Development

TypeScript Exercises and Projects

Goal: Practice and solidify your understanding.

1. Beginner Exercises
2. Intermediate Challenges
3. Advanced Scenarios
4. Build a Full-Stack Application Using TypeScript

Final Assessment and Certification

Goal: Test your knowledge and get certified.

1. Comprehensive TypeScript Quiz
2. Mini Project Submission
3. Certification of Completion

How to Use This Syllabus

1. Follow Sequentially: Start with beginner topics and progress to advanced.
2. Practice Continuously: Apply what you learn through exercises and projects.
3. Leverage Resources: Explore tutorials and articles on The Coding College.
4. Stay Curious: Keep experimenting with TypeScript to discover its full potential.