Can you explain the difference between instanceof and typeof in JavaScript?
Sure! typeof
is an operator that returns a string indicating the type of a variable, while instanceof
checks if an object is an instance of a specific class or constructor.
Can you give me examples of both?
Of course! For typeof
, if you do typeof 'hello'
, it returns 'string'. For instanceof
, if you have let date = new Date(); date instanceof Date
returns true.
Are there any types that typeof can't accurately identify?
Yes, typeof
can be misleading for certain types like arrays and null. For example, typeof []
returns 'object'.
So, when should I use each one?
Use typeof
for primitive types and instanceof
when you need to check the type of an object or its inheritance.
Get this answer and more from ChatGPT in Telegram, try it for free!
Get Started For FreePowered by advanced language models trained on billions of online words and conversations, MagicBuddy delivers friendly and helpful chat on demand.
Ask questions and get answers. Crack jokes and get laughs. Or even get writing ideas and study help. MagicBuddy's conversational intelligence allows for a truly unique and useful chat experience.
Curious? Try these prompts:
MagicBuddy is incredibly easy to use and the responses are lightning fast! 🥇
Impressive! MagicBuddy is my go-to AI assistant. It’s quick, accurate, and user-friendly.
Sending voice messages makes it easier to use in the middle of the day and the answers are super fast.
Love it! A friend of mine told me about it and it has made my life so much easier. It’s like having a helpful friend in my pocket!
I use 2 months already, simply amazing! MagicBuddy delivers answers in a snap. It’s a must-have tool for staying informed!
Game-changer! MagicBuddy’s speed and accuracy are unmatched. It’s my secret weapon for productivity
Say Hello to Your New Telegram BFF - Try MagicBuddy Free!
Get Started For Free