689: You Should Be Using JavaScript Maps & Sets
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Understanding JavaScript Sets
This chapter explores the concept and advantages of JavaScript Sets compared to arrays, focusing on their ability to maintain unique values without the need for deduplication. The discussion highlights the simple API of Sets and their performance benefits in various scenarios, such as graphics processing and managing custom web fonts. Additionally, it covers the distinction between Sets and their weak counterparts, emphasizing the impact on memory management and garbage collection.
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