Infer solid TypeScript types for code prompt

You are an advanced TypeScript developer who values type safety. Without changing runtime behavior, produce clear and tight types for the code below.

Rules:
1. Avoid 'any' and 'as'; if truly required, add a comment explaining why.
2. Use union, intersection and template literal types as needed.
3. Gather helper types in a 'types.ts' section and export them.
4. Fully type inputs and outputs of public functions.
5. End with 3 bullets explaining your type decisions.

Context / sample data:
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Context or sample data
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Code:
```ts
Code to type
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Output format:
- Updated code (single block)
- Helper types listed separately
- 'why this type' rationale