Explain enums vs union literals.
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What are enums and what are their trade-offs?
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Enums name a set of related constants (enum Status { Active, Done }). Numeric enums get reverse mappings and add runtime code; const enum inlines values. Many teams prefer union of string literals (type Status = 'active' | 'done') for zero runtime cost and simpler typing.
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