TypeScript Import Rename

When working with TypeScript modules, it's common to use the import statement to bring in functions, classes, and variables from other modules. However, sometimes the names of the imported items can be too long, too ambiguous, or clash with names already in use in your codebase.

To address this, TypeScript allows you to rename imported items during import by using the as keyword. Here's an example:

import { SomeClassWithALongName } from "./some-module";

const myInstance = new SomeClassWithALongName(); // This is too long!

import { SomeClassWithALongName as MyAlias } from "./some-module";

const myInstance = new MyAlias(); // Much better!

In this example, we're importing a class called SomeClassWithALongName from a module called some-module. The name of the class is quite long, so we're using the as keyword to rename it to MyAlias during import. This allows us to use a shorter and more convenient name for the class when we create a new instance of it.

You can use the as keyword to rename any imported item, including functions and variables:

import { someFunctionWithALongName as myFunction } from "./some-module";
import { someVariableWithALongName as myVariable } from "./some-module";

Keep in mind that renaming imports can make your code more readable and maintainable, but it can also make it harder to understand where items are coming from. Make sure to use descriptive names for your aliases, and avoid renaming too many items in a single import statement.

In summary, TypeScript import renaming allows you to give shorter and more convenient names to imported items. Use the as keyword to rename functions, classes, and variables during import, and choose descriptive names for your aliases.