Question 1

How do I use decamelize to create hyphen-separated slugs from camelCase strings?

Accepted Answer

Pass the {separator: '-'} option to the decamelize function. For example, decamelize('myCamelCaseString', {separator: '-'}) returns 'my-camel-case-string', as shown in the README usage examples.

Question 2

Does decamelize work with TypeScript?

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Yes, the package includes TypeScript definitions, so you can import it directly with type safety in TypeScript projects without additional setup.

Question 3

What's the difference between decamelize and camelcase?

Accepted Answer

Decamelize converts camelCase strings to lowercase with separators, while camelcase does the reverse—converting strings with separators to camelCase. They are companion packages designed to work together for bidirectional transformations.

Question 4

How to handle strings with numbers in decamelize?

Accepted Answer

Decamelize treats numbers as part of the string; for example, 'item123Name' becomes 'item123_name'. No special handling is provided, so ensure your input format is consistent for predictable results.

Question 5

Is decamelize safe for user-generated content?

Accepted Answer

The README advises limiting input length for untrusted data, as the library doesn't validate or sanitize input. You should add your own checks to prevent issues like excessive memory usage or injection attacks.

Question 6

Can I use decamelize in the browser?

Accepted Answer

Yes, since it's a JavaScript package, you can use it in browser environments by installing via npm and bundling it with tools like Webpack or using a CDN, similar to other Node.js utilities.

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