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What is TypeScript and how is it different from JavaScript?

TypeScript is an open-source programming language developed by Microsoft that builds on JavaScript by adding static typing. TypeScript code is compiled into JavaScript before execution. It helps developers catch errors during development, improves code maintainability, and provides better tooling support such as autocomplete and type checking.

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