Eliminating the TypeScript Compile-Wait Loop with Bun
Stop waiting for tsc. Learn how Bun's integrated SWC transpiler allows you to run TypeScript files directly in memory for a zero-setup development workflow.
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Stop waiting for tsc. Learn how Bun's integrated SWC transpiler allows you to run TypeScript files directly in memory for a zero-setup development workflow.
Deno runs TypeScript directly by embedding the compiler and using snapshots for fast startup. The catch: execution skips type checking, so you need a separate `deno check` step.
Bun lets you execute TypeScript files without a separate compiler step. This guide shows how Bun’s built‑in transpiler works, a full runnable example, and the key limitations and pitfalls you should avoid.