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Branded Types

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Branded Types

The Problem

TypeScript uses structural typing - types with same shape are compatible:

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Branded Types Solution

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Common Use Cases

  • IDs (UserId, OrderId, ProductId)
  • Validated strings (Email, URL, PhoneNumber)
  • Units (Meters, Kilometers, USD, EUR)