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How to Define a Global Function in a TypeScript Module

When working with TypeScript, developers often face the challenge of defining global functions within modules. This can lead to confusion, especially when trying to access a global function from another file. In this post, we will explore a common problem associated with defining global functions in modules and provide you with a succinct solution to overcome this challenge.

The Problem: Global Functions and Modules

TypeScript allows us to write modular code, which helps in maintaining and organizing our projects. However, there are situations when you might want to define a function globally, making it accessible across different files without the need for imports.

Consider the following example:

Defining a Global Function: In a file called foo.ts, you create a function:

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Calling the Function: You can call this function in another file (bar.ts) without any imports:

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However, you may run into complications when you import any module into your foo.ts file. As soon as a module is imported, foo.ts is treated as a module itself, and the global definition of the function foo disappears. This results in an error when bar.ts tries to call foo.

The Solution: Using declare global

To define a global function within a module that can be accessed project-wide, you can utilize TypeScript's declare global syntax. Even though this approach might seem verbose, it’s currently the most effective method to ensure your global functions are globally accessible.

Step-by-Step Guide

Here’s how you can define a global function:

Declare the Global Function:
You need to tell TypeScript about the global function signature first. This is done using declare global.

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Define the Function:
After declaring the global function, you will assign its implementation to the globalThis object. This ensures that the function is globally accessible.

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Putting it all together, your foo.ts will look something like this:

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Summary

Global functions in modules: Defining a global function that remains accessible after importing modules requires the use of declare global.

Avoiding boilerplate: Though it may feel cumbersome to declare the function signature, this method guarantees that your function is available project-wide without the need for excessive boilerplate code.

Final Thoughts

While the requirement to declare global functions might initially seem like additional work, it helps maintain clarity and structure in your codebase. Furthermore, understanding how to manage global scope in TypeScript will contribute significantly to developing maintainable and scalable applications.

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