How to create enums in TypeScript with their benefits and drawbacks.

In this post, we will cover what TypeScript enums are and how to create them. We’ll also discover the drawbacks of enums and use cases where they work well.

What is an enum?

An enum is short for enumeration and is a type that represents named constants. If the meaning of the constant’s value is not apparent, it can make code easier to understand.

Consider the examples below:

if (status === 5) {
  // do something
}

if (status === JobStatus.Completed) {
  // do something
}

The second if statement uses an enum. It is arguably easier to understand than the first if statement.

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