TypeScript vs JavaScript – should I start with TS? 286 viewsMarch 24, 2026TypeScript JavaScript Programming Beginner 0 Student Tom March 24, 2026 0 Comments Totally new to programming. Everyone says learn JavaScript first but seeing lots of people recommend TypeScript now. Is TypeScript too hard for complete beginner? Or should I just start with it since its the future? 9 Answers ActiveVotedNewestOldest 0 Jane Liu Posted March 24, 2026 0 Comments Learn JS basics (1-2 weeks), then move to TS. Understanding why TS exists makes it easier. Start with strict: false in tsconfig, tighten later. VS Code helps a lot! You are viewing 1 out of 9 answers, click here to view all answers. Login Archives March 2026 September 2024 Categories Uncategorized