What is MIME type "text/x-clojurescript"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

text/x-clojurescript is a MIME type used for files written in ClojureScript. It indicates that the file contains code written in a language that compiles to JavaScript. This type of file is plain text, which aids in debugging and editing using regular text editors.

The main idea is to support a functional programming approach in web development. The code in these files can be processed by ClojureScript compilers to produce JavaScript for browsers or other JavaScript environments.

The format enhances readability for developers.
It integrates with many build tools and development frameworks.
It facilitates use in projects that require advanced coding techniques and functional programming paradigms.

Files with this MIME type are typically saved with the extension CLJS.

For further reading on ClojureScript and its ecosystem, visit the ClojureScript official site or check out related topics on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.cljs

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: text/x-clojurescript

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="text/x-clojurescript">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'text/x-clojurescript');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.cljs

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.