The Untold Story of TypeScript

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In March 2025, Microsoft dropped a bombshell: they were rewriting the TypeScript compiler in Go, promising up to a 10× speed boost for developers. This dramatic move left many asking, “Why would Microsoft rebuild their JavaScript-based tool in another language?” The answer lies in TypeScript’s remarkable journey—a journey that transformed how we build software.

00:00 Chapter 1: THE BOMBSHELL
01:13 Chapter 2: THE BIRTH OF TYPESCRIPT
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03:36 Chapter 3: EARLY MOMENTUM
05:00 Chapter 4: THE ANGULAR GAME
07:00 Chapter 5: TypeScript meets Gola