

Deno 2.5, Type-safe Configs and Forms, and Underrated TS Features | News | Ep 35
Sep 16, 2025
Deno 2.5 has arrived with exciting features like enhanced permission management and better testing APIs. The hosts discuss underrated TypeScript functionalities and showcase tools for type-safe configurations, secrets, and forms. They also weigh the pros and cons of using Bun in production. Light-hearted banter about parenting and personal anecdotes about camping and retro gaming add charm to the conversation. Plus, don't miss their excitement over the release of 'Assassin's Creed Mirage' and insights on npm security challenges!
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Sick, Treadmill, And 20k Steps
- Erik felt miserable after catching daycare germs and missed prep because he was asleep.
- He bought a walking pad treadmill and immediately overdid it with 20k steps which hurt.
Camping With Kids Made Easier
- Kamran described a family camping trip where dense fog and camp cots improved comfort.
- He bought a second tent for the kids which made the trip much easier.
Deno 2.5 Prioritizes Safer DX
- Deno 2.5 focuses on developer experience and safer defaults across runtime, tooling, and bundling.
- Many changes (permission aliases, lint rules, test hooks, HTML entry points) reduce footguns for larger teams.