What is the difference between if-else and ternary operators?

What is the difference between if-else and ternary operators?

The if-else statement is a control structure that executes code based on a condition, while the ternary operator is a shorthand for if-else that returns a value based on a condition.

Can you give me an example of both?

Sure! For if-else:

let age = 18;
let status;
if (age >= 18) {
    status = 'Adult';
} else {
    status = 'Minor';
}

For the ternary operator:

let age = 18;
let status = age >= 18 ? 'Adult' : 'Minor';

When should I use one over the other?

Use if-else for more complex conditions or multiple branches, and the ternary operator for simple, concise conditions.

Are there any performance differences?

In most cases, the performance difference is negligible. However, readability is often more important than performance in this context.