TypeScript
TypeScript tsconfig.jsonTypeScript tsconfig.json
The tsconfig.json file configures the entire TypeScript compiler.
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BeginnerLast Updated
Jun 15, 2026Version
v1.0.0Introduction
The TypeScript compiler (`tsc`) needs instructions on exactly how strict to be and what kind of JavaScript file to spit out at the end. The `tsconfig.json` file sits at the root of your project and holds all of these critical settings.
Syntax
Syntax
Key Points
- It is created automatically by running `tsc --init`.
- The `target` specifies the output JavaScript version (like ES5 or ES2022).
- The `strict` flag turns on maximum safety features.
- It controls where the final compiled files are saved.