Why TypeScript Changes Everything

After years of writing JavaScript, switching to TypeScript felt like upgrading from a bicycle to a spacecraft. The productivity gains are real, measurable, and compounding.

The Case for Types

Types aren't just about catching bugs — they're about communication. When you define an interface, you're creating a contract that tells every developer (including your future self) exactly what data flows through your system.

interface Project {
  id: string;
  title: string;
  description: string;
  techStack: string[];
  github?: string;
  demo?: string;
}

This single interface tells you everything about what a project looks like in the system. No guessing, no runtime surprises.

Developer Experience

The real power of TypeScript shows up in your editor:

• Autocomplete that actually works
• Refactoring with confidence
• Documentation built into your code
• Error detection before you even run the code

In Production

TypeScript catches entire categories of bugs at compile time:

• Null reference errors
• Missing property access
• Incorrect function arguments
• Type mismatches in API responses

The initial investment in typing pays for itself within the first week of any project.

My Setup

For this portfolio, every component, service, and utility is fully typed. Shared interfaces live in types/index.ts, and the TypeScript compiler enforces strict mode across the entire codebase.

Strong types, strong foundations.