TypeScript's strong enforcement of object typing and detailed linting is the best way to prevent coding slip-ups before you even know they exist. Coupled with support for ECMA2015 and quality documentation, it should sincerely be a standard.

I'm personally new to TS and incorporating it into a React workflow, but refactoring existing work into TS or creating a new app with TS in mind is intuitive and straightforward. Concepts like generics and interfaces can take time to use efficiently, but it's worth the effort.