Replace JavaScript's function keyword

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Is it possible to replace the function keyword to something smaller like void, sub etc ?

I've seen it being used in libraries like these two:

In JavaScript, it's not. The libraries you posted are things you run text through, that generates JavaScript. The code you write with them isn't necessarily JavaScript — Ian
– Ian, Commented May 18, 2013 at 15:51
yes, as you said yourself, sweetjs, etc do it. but the browser won't understand it. — akonsu
– akonsu, Commented May 18, 2013 at 15:52

b4hand · Accepted Answer · 2015-05-30 02:34:17Z

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You can use "typescript" for these things. It is a typed superset of JavaScript that compiles to plain JavaScript. So it is javascript with lots of new features. It is created by Microsoft.

Typescript Official Webpage

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user1431627 Over a year ago

I know that I can use that, but I wanted to do it in plain JavaScript. Apparently, that is not possible.

the_bluescreen Over a year ago

Yes, not possible. You must use compiler (typescript, coffeescript, sweetjs or something) to work with these.

user1431627 Over a year ago

I accepted your answer. I was a bit confused, thanks for clearing up :)

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