CoffeeScript
General Information
| Title | COFFEE File Extension |
| Extension | .coffee |
| Full Form | CoffeeScript |
| File Type | Programming Language Source File |
| Developer | Jeremy Ashkenas |
| MIME Type | text/coffeescript |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store code |
| Additional Functions | Transpile to JavaScript |
| Features | Readable syntax, Lightweight |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Syntax dependent |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Web Development | Yes |
| Server-Side | Yes |
| Prototyping | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code injection |
| Best Practices | Linting, Testing |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2009 |
| Latest Version | Version 2.5.1 (2020) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .js, .ts, .jsx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Node.js |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 CoffeeScript Compiler |
Free | Browser-based, Command-line |
 Text Editors |
Free, Paid | Depends on editor |