Compile Private to #

[Graham-Beer]

Suggestion

Would be nice if the TypeScript compiler could change the keyword Private to # for JavaScript. I think this feature would allow for cleaner looking code in TypeScript.

Summary

This is a small change to the compiler when compiled down to JavaScript.

[MartinJohns]

This was discussed over and over already, with the clear stance to remain with the existing solution. It's your choice to either use private or #, each with its own functionality.

This is a small change to the compiler when compiled down to JavaScript.

And it would be a heavy breaking change.

[whzx5byb]

Is it going to be supported in the form of a transformer , turning private bar into #bar?

definitely "no" because that would require type-directed emit.

See #31670

[Graham-Beer]

Noted update, will close issue.