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TypeScript Performance: Compilation Speed Optimization

Optimize TypeScript compilation speed. Learn project references, incremental builds, and performance tips.

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Ümit Uz
Mobile & Full Stack Developer

Project References

json
// tsconfig.json
{
  "compilerOptions": {
    "composite": true,
    "declaration": true,
    "declarationMap": true
  },
  "references": [
    { "path": "../core" },
    { "path": "../utils" }
  ]
}

Incremental Builds

json
{
  "compilerOptions": {
    "incremental": true,
    "tsBuildInfoFile": ".tsbuildinfo"
  }
}

Watch Mode

bash
# Use watch mode for faster development
tsc --watch

# With project references
tsc --build --watch

Type-Only Imports

typescript
// Type-only import - not emitted in JS
import type { User } from './types';
import { userService } from './services';

// Type-only export
export type { User };

Skip Lib Check

json
{
  "compilerOptions": {
    "skipLibCheck": true
  }
}

Conclusion

Optimize your TypeScript setup for faster compilation and better developer experience.

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