[loh]

Sounds like we're on the same page.

I think TypeScript will actually overtake JavaScript eventually. It's just so nice to work with. JavaScript will of course always be supported and a prerequisite, but in terms of professional web and Node.js development on a broader scale, it's hard to imagine going back to writing plain JavaScript when TypeScript provides so much value for relatively little effort.

Also, I've updated the original title in light of your comment.

[pcthrowaway]

I don't know why this was downvoted, but I agree fully regarding Typescript, and was going to post the same thing. I've read good arguments against it by some people, and I agree, it does slow things down a lot.

But if you're not able to write things bug-free on the first try already, Typescript can bring a lot of value as well.