TypeScript Cookbook • Stefan Baumgartner & Peter Kröner

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club. http://gotopia.tech/bookclub Read the full transcription of the interview here 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 https://bsky.app/profile/deadparrot.dev https://mastodon.social/@deadparrot https://x.com/ddprrt https://github.com/ddprrt https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-baumgartner-bb621564 https://oida.dev Peter https://bsky.app/profile/sirpepe.bsky.social https://mastodon.social/@sir_pepe https://github.com/SirPepe https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterkroener https://www.peterkroener.de Links https://typescript-cookbook.com https://typescript-book.com https://workingdraft.de 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. RECOMMENDED BOOKS Stefan Baumgartner • TypeScript Cookbook Stefan Baumgartner • TypeScript in 50 Lessons Alexandre Portela dos Santos • Deno Web Development Fernando Doglio • Introducing Deno Dan Vanderkam • Effective TypeScript Nathan Rozentals • Mastering TypeScript Bluesky Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Facebook CHANNEL MEMBERSHIP BONUS Join this channel to get early access to videos & other perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_tLP3AiwYKwdUHpltJPuA/join Looking for a unique learning experience? Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.tech SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!