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What does "type" mean in programming?
type is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A classification that defines what kind of value a variable can hold and what operations can be performed on it. Common types include string, number, boolean, array, and object. TypeScript adds static typing to JavaScript.
Example
"Define the type of the function's return value to catch errors at compile time."
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