typescript-result

Implement type-safe error handling in TypeScript with Result and AsyncResult types.

3|Updated Apr 6, 2026
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Skill: typescript-result
Source: https://github.com/instrument-org/instrument/tree/main/.agents/skills/typescript-result
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/instrument-org/instrument --skill typescript-result

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides type-safe error handling in TypeScript, offering a superior alternative to try/catch, enabling better error tracking and management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Type-safe Error Handling: Utilizes Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types for comprehensive error tracking.
  • Compile-time Error Tracking: Ensures errors are caught at compile time, reducing runtime errors.
  • Chaining and Composition: Enables chaining and generator-style composition for efficient code structure.
  • Use Case: Ideal for functions that can fail, wrapping async operations, handling errors exhaustively, or when discussing Result types and error handling patterns.

Quick Start

Use the typescript-result skill to handle errors in your TypeScript code with the Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types.

Frequently Asked Questions about typescript-result

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I handle errors in TypeScript without using try/catch blocks?

You can handle errors without try/catch by using Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types for type-safe error handling. This approach enables compile-time error detection and supports chaining for efficient code structure.

What are Result and AsyncResult types in TypeScript?

Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types are TypeScript constructs for type-safe error handling. They ensure errors are caught at compile time, reducing runtime errors and enabling generator-style composition for comprehensive error tracking.

How do I catch runtime errors at compile time in TypeScript?

You catch runtime errors at compile time by implementing type-safe error handling with Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types. This ensures exhaustive error tracking and reduces unexpected runtime failures during execution.

Can I chain multiple operations that might fail in TypeScript?

Yes, you can chain multiple operations that might fail using generator-style composition with Result<T, E> and AsyncResult<T, E> types. This enables efficient code structure for wrapping async operations and handling errors comprehensively.

Do I need any specific environment to use Result types for error handling in TypeScript?

You need TypeScript and a suitable environment for error handling to use Result types. This setup allows you to implement type-safe error handling and leverage compile-time error detection for functions that can fail.

Why should I use Result types instead of traditional try/catch for TypeScript error handling?

Result types offer type-safe error handling that catches errors at compile time, unlike traditional try/catch. This approach provides better error tracking, comprehensive management, and generator-style composition for exhaustive error handling.