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Learning React 18 with Akshay Saini's Namste React
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/tanishraj/learn_react_advanced
- Owner: tanishraj
- License: mit
- Created: 2023-12-21T07:30:54.000Z (about 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: develop
- Last Pushed: 2024-05-17T10:51:31.000Z (8 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2024-05-17T11:49:12.142Z (8 months ago)
- Language: JavaScript
- Homepage: https://learn-react-18.vercel.app
- Size: 2.01 MB
- Stars: 4
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 3
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# Learn React with Akshay Saini (Creator of [NamasteDev](https://namastedev.com/))
This repository contains all the examples that were explained during the course and also contains a [README.md]() file where I will provide a link of an article for each concepts.
## Who can benefit from this repo?
This repository will be useful for all the developers, who has basic knowledge of HTML, CSS and Javascript and taken up [NamasteDev]() course for react and want to refer the codebase which was discussed during the course and can also contribute to update the documentation and furthermore add some additional cool features to the current projects.
## Tools Required:
You need to install these two application on your machine before you start the course and also to run the app.
- VS Code (Editor) - [Download](https://code.visualstudio.com/download)
- Chrome (Browser) - [Download](https://www.google.com/chrome/)
- node.js - [Download](https://nodejs.org/en/download/current)
- git - [Download](https://git-scm.com/)
## Tech Stack you will learn in this course:
As you go forward in the course, you will find all the given tech stack coming your way and at the end of the course you will end learning about all these teck stacks. So buckle up, its going to be a roller-coaster.
- React V18 (UI Library)
- Tailwind (CSS Library)
- Redux Toolkit (State Management System)
- React Router DOM (Page Navigation)
- Parcel (Bundler)
- Babel (Transpiler)
- Jest (Unit Testing)
- React Testing Library (React Component Testing)
## Steps to run the app
- Step 1: Open your VS Code editor's terminal.
- Step 2: Clone the repo by running the command below on your VS Code terminal.
```sh
git clone https://github.com/tanishraj/learn-react-18.git
cd learn-react-18
```
- Step 2: Now, you are at the root of the folder. Choose which episode's app you want to run.
- Step 3: Move into the folder. Lets say I want to run the app from `Episode 03 - Laying the foundation`
```sh
cd Episode\ 03\ -\ Laying\ the\ foundation/
```
- Step 4: If that folder contains a `package.json` file. Run the below command to install the dependency packages.
```sh
npm install
```
- Step 5: Run the app
```sh
npm start
```
- Step 6: Open the browser, and paste this link [http://localhost:1234/](http://localhost:1234/).
- Step 7: You will be able to see the app running.
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## Episode 01 - Inception
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What is Emmet?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/emmet-supercharge-your-coding-with-web-developments-speed-demon-dead0c4e8384) |
| 2 | [Difference between a Library and Framework?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/libraries-vs-frameworks-a-tale-of-two-code-structures-0dd47a75a72e) |
| 3 | [What is CDN? Why do we use it?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/unraveling-the-anatomy-of-a-content-delivery-network-cdn-8241eaa7a815) |
| 4 | [Why is React known as React?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/why-react-unpacking-the-name-behind-the-javascript-juggernaut-c5c806b1786c) |
| 5 | [What is crossorigin in script tag?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/crossorigin-your-guide-to-secure-cross-origin-adventures-in-html-8c84f174ecf9) |
| 6 | [What is the difference between React and ReactDOM?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/react-and-reactdom-the-dynamic-duo-behind-stunning-user-interfaces-3e83ca3d1468) |
| 7 | [What is the difference between react.development.js and react.production.js files via CDN?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/react-development-vs-production-choosing-the-right-tools-for-the-job-75206915ba5e) |
| 8 | [What is async and defer?)](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/loading-javascript-asynchronously-defer-vs-async-15a6c6471927) |
## Episode 02 - Igniting our app
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What is NPM?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/npm-demystified-your-guide-to-the-node-package-manager-c4426d6550ee) |
| 2 | [What is Parcel/Webpack? Why do we need it?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/comparing-two-most-popular-bundlers-parcel-vs-webpack-014f993b8190) |
| 3 | [What is .parcel-cache?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/unlocking-parcels-speed-secrets-unveiling-the-parcel-cache-directory-68d35b6ecbed) |
| 4 | What is npx? |
| 5 | What is the difference between dependencies and devDependencies? |
| 6 | [What is Tree Shaking?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/anatomy-of-tree-shaking-a-code-fueled-exploration-4c3687942241) |
| 7 | [What is Hot Module Replacement?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/hmr-hot-module-replacement-keeping-the-development-wheel-spinning-12e42ba45bad) |
| 8 | [List down your favorite 5 superpowers of Parcel and describe any 3 of them in your own words.](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/parcel-a-zero-configuration-bundler-for-the-modern-web-5e7159c9fa43) |
| 9 | [What is .gitignore? What should we add and not add into it?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/demystifying-the-gitignore-your-guide-to-repository-cleanliness-dc5b8e7f7675) |
| 10 | [What is the difference between package.json and package-lock.json?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/demystifying-package-json-and-package-lock-json-the-guardians-of-node-js-dependencies-c8863f974441) |
| 11 | [Why should I not modify package-lock.json?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/dont-touch-package-lock-json-a66d8a96e931) |
| 12 | [What is node_modules? Is it a good idea to push that on Git?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/unpacking-the-node-modules-mystery-what-it-is-and-why-its-best-left-off-git-1d732e0e65d7) |
| 13 | What is the dist folder? |
| 14 | [What is browserlists?](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/browserslist-compatibility-across-a-diverse-range-of-browsers-f4beeb58b18e) |
| 15 | Read about different bundlers: vite, webpack, parcel |
| 16 | [Read about: ^ - caret and ~ - tilde](https://medium.com/@tanish_rajput/a73e02033bfc) |
| 17 | Read about Script types in HTML (MDN Docs) |
## Episode 03 - Laying the foundation
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [JSX](#1-jsx) |
| 2 | [React.createElement vs JSX](#2-reactcreateelement-vs-jsx) |
| 3 | [Benefits of JSX](#3-benefits-of-jsx) |
| 4 | [Behind the Scenes of JSX](#4-behind-the-scenes-of-jsx) |
| 5 | [Babel & parcel role in JSX](#5-babel--parcel-role-in-jsx) |
| 6 | [Components](#6-components) |
| 7 | [Functional Components](#7-functional-components) |
| 8 | [Composing Components](#8-composing-components) |
| 8 | [Superpowers of JSX](#9-superpowers-of-jsx) |
| 10 | [Role of type attribute in script tag? What options can I use there?](#10-role-of-type-attribute-in-script-tag-what-options-can-i-use-there) |
## Episode 04 - Talk is cheap, show me the code!
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [Is JSX mandatory for React?](#1-is-jsx-mandatory-for-react) |
| 2 | [Is ES6 mandatory for React?](#2-is-es6-mandatory-for-react) |
| 3 | [`{TitleComponent}` vs `{}` vs `{}` in JSX](#3-titlecomponent-vs-titlecomponent-vs-titlecomponenttitlecomponent-in-jsx) |
| 4 | [How can I write comments in JSX?](#4-how-can-i-write-comments-in-jsx) |
| 5 | [What is `React.Fragment` and `<> >`?](#5-what-is-reactfragment-and--) |
| 6 | [What is Virtual DOM?](#6-what-is-virtual-dom) |
| 7 | [What is Reconciliation in React?](#7-what-is-reconciliation-in-react) |
| 8 | [What is React Fiber?](#8-what-is-react-fiber) |
| 9 | [Why do we need keys in React? When do we need keys in React?](#9-why-do-we-need-keys-in-react-when-do-we-need-keys-in-react) |
| 10 | [Can we use index as keys in React?](#10-can-we-use-index-as-keys-in-react) |
| 11 | [What are props in React? Ways to pass props](#11-what-are-props-in-react-ways-to-pass-props)|
| 12 | [What is a Config Driven UI?](#12-what-is-a-config-driven-ui)|
## Episode 05 - Let's get Hooked!
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What is the difference between Named Export, Default export, and * as export?](#1-what-is-the-difference-between-named-export-default-export-and--as-export) |
| 2 | [What is the importance of config.js file?](#2-what-is-the-importance-of-configjs-file) |
| 3 | [What are React Hooks?](#3-what-are-react-hooks) |
| 4 | [Why do we need a useState Hook?](#4-why-do-we-need-a-usestate-hook) |
## Episode 06 - Exploring the world
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What is a Microservice?](#1-what-is-a-microservice) |
| 2 | [What is Monolith architecture?](#2-what-is-monolith-architecture) |
| 3 | [What is the difference between Monolith and Microservice?](#3-what-is-the-difference-between-monolith-and-microservice) |
| 4 | [Why do we need a useEffect Hook?](#4-why-do-we-need-a-useeffect-hook) |
| 5 | [What is Optional Chaining?](#5-what-is-optional-chaining) |
| 6 | [What is Shimmer UI?](#6-what-is-shimmer-ui) |
| 7 | [What is the difference between JS expression and JS statement](#7-what-is-the-difference-between-js-expression-and-js-statement) |
| 8 | [What is Conditional Rendering, explain with a code example](#8-what-is-conditional-rendering-explain-with-a-code-example) |
| 9 | [What is CORS?](#9-what-is-cors) |
| 10 | [What is async and await?](#10-what-is-async-and-await) |
| 11 | [What is the use of `const json = await data.json();` in getRestaurants()](#11-what-is-the-use-of-const-json--await-datajson-in-getrestaurants) |
## Episode 07 - Finding the Path
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What are various ways to add images into our App? Explain with code examples](#1-what-are-various-ways-to-add-images-into-our-app-explain-with-code-examples) |
| 2 | [What would happen if we do console.log(useState())?](#2-what-would-happen-if-we-do-consolelogusestate) |
| 3 | [How will useEffect behave if we don't add a dependency array?](#3-how-will-useeffect-behave-if-we-dont-add-a-dependency-array) |
| 4 | [What is SPA?](#4-what-is-spa) |
| 5 | [What is the difference between Client Side Routing and Server Side Routing?](#5-what-is-the-difference-between-client-side-routing-and-server-side-routing) |
## Episode 08 - Let's get Classy
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [How do you create Nested Routes in react-router-dom configuration?](#1-how-do-you-create-nested-routes-in-react-router-dom-configuration) |
| 2 | [Read about createHashRouter and createMemoryRouter from React Router docs.](#2-read-about-createhashrouter-and-creatememoryrouter-from-react-router-docs) |
| 3 | [What is the order of life cycle method calls in Class Based Components?](#3-what-is-the-order-of-life-cycle-method-calls-in-class-based-components) |
| 4 | [Why do we use componentDidMount?](#4-why-do-we-use-componentdidmount) |
| 5 | [Why do we use componentWillUnmount? Show with example](#5-why-do-we-use-componentwillunmount-show-with-example) |
| 6 | [Why do we use super(props) in constructor? (Research)](#6-why-do-we-use-superprops-in-constructor-research) |
| 7 | [Why can't we have the callback function of useEffect async? (Research)](#7-why-cant-we-have-the-callback-function-of-useeffect-async-research) |
## Episode 09 - Optimizing our App
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [When and why do we need lazy()?](#1-when-and-why-do-we-need-lazy) |
| 2 | [What is suspense?](#2-what-is-suspense) |
| 3 | [Why do we get this error: "A component suspended while responding to synchronous input. This will cause the UI to be replaced with a loading indicator. To fix, updates that suspend should be wrapped with startTransition"? How does suspense fix this error?](#3-why-do-we-get-this-error-a-component-suspended-while-responding-to-synchronous-input-this-will-cause-the-ui-to-be-replaced-with-a-loading-indicator-to-fix-updates-that-suspend-should-be-wrapped-with-starttransition-how-does-suspense-fix-this-error) |
| 4 | [Advantages and disadvantages of using this code splitting pattern?](#4-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-using-this-code-splitting-pattern) |
| 5 | [When do we need suspense and why?](#5-when-do-we-need-suspense-and-why) |
## Episode 10 - Jo dikhta hai vo bikta hai
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [Explore all the ways of writing CSS.](#1-explore-all-the-ways-of-writing-css) |
| 2 | [How do we configure Tailwind?](#2-how-do-we-configure-tailwind) |
| 3 | [In tailwind.config.js, what do all the keys mean (content, theme, extend, plugins)?](#3-in-tailwindconfigjs-what-do-all-the-keys-mean-content-theme-extend-plugins) |
| 4 | [Why do we have a .postcssrc file?](#4-why-do-we-have-a-postcssrc-file) |
## Episode 11 - Data is the new Oil
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What is prop drilling?](#1-what-is-prop-drilling) |
| 2 | [What is lifting the state up?](#2-lifting-state-up) |
| 3 | [What is Context Provider and Context Consumer?](#3-context-provider-and-context-consumer) |
| 4 | [If you don’t pass a value to the provider, does it take the default value?](#4-default-value-in-context-provider) |
## Episode 12 - Let's Build our Store
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [useContext vs Redux](#1-usecontext-vs-redux) |
| 2 | [Advantage of using Redux Toolkit over Redux](#2-advantage-of-using-redux-toolkit-over-redux) |
| 3 | [Explain Dispatcher](#3-explain-dispatcher) |
| 4 | [Explain Reducer](#4-explain-reducer) |
| 5 | [Explain slice](#5-explain-slice) |
| 6 | [Explain selector](#6-explain-selector) |
| 7 | [Explain createSlice and the configuration it takes](#7-createslice-in-redux-toolkit) |
## Episode 13 - Time for the test
| # | Questions |
| --- | --- |
| 1 | [What are different types for testing?](#1-what-are-different-types-of-testing) |
| 2 | [What is Enzyme?](#2-what-is-enzyme) |
| 3 | [Enzyme vs React Testing Library](#3-enzyme-vs-react-testing-library) |
| 4 | [What is Jest and why do we use it?](#4-what-is-jest-and-why-do-we-use-it) |
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## Episode 03 - Laying the foundation (ANSWERS)
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### 1. JSX
### JSX (JavaScript XML)
JSX, or JavaScript XML, is a syntax extension for JavaScript often used with React to describe the structure of UI components in a more declarative and readable manner. It allows developers to write HTML-like code directly within JavaScript files, making the creation and manipulation of UI elements more intuitive.
#### **Key Characteristics:**
1. **HTML-Like Syntax:**
- JSX resembles HTML, making it easier for developers to express UI components using familiar tags and attributes.
2. **Declarative:**
- JSX enables a declarative style of UI development, where the code describes the desired outcome rather than the step-by-step imperative instructions.
3. **Embedding Expressions:**
- JavaScript expressions can be embedded within JSX using curly braces `{}`.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple React component written using JSX:
```jsx
// JSX Component
import React from 'react';
const JSXExampleComponent = () => {
const name = 'John Doe';
const greeting =
Hello, {name}!
;
return (
Greeting App
{greeting}
- Item 1
- Item 2
- Item 3
);
};
export default JSXExampleComponent;
```
In this example, the JSXExampleComponent uses JSX syntax to define a component that renders a heading, a dynamic greeting message, and an unordered list. JSX allows for the seamless integration of JavaScript expressions ({name}) and provides a concise and readable way to describe the UI structure. The JSX code is later transpiled into regular JavaScript by tools like Babel before being executed in the browser.
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### 2. React.createElement vs JSX
| Feature | `React.createElement` | JSX |
| ---------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------- |
| **Syntax** | Verbosely calls the `React.createElement` function. | Provides a more concise and HTML-like syntax. |
| **Readability** | Can become complex and less readable for nested elements.| Enhances code readability, making it more intuitive. |
| **Example** | ```jsx const element = React.createElement('div', null, 'Hello, React!'); ``` | ```jsx const element =
Hello, React!; ``` |
| **Attributes/Props** | Requires passing attributes as an object in the arguments. | Allows direct use of attributes within the JSX tags. |
| **Nested Elements** | Nested elements require additional `React.createElement` calls. | Nested elements can be expressed naturally within JSX. |
| **Dynamic Elements** | Can be created dynamically with JavaScript expressions. | Supports embedding JavaScript expressions directly. |
| **Transpilation Output** | Generally larger and less human-readable in transpiled code. | Transpiles to more concise and readable JavaScript code. |
| **Integration with Libraries**| May be preferable when integrating with certain non-JSX libraries. | Most widely used with React and has better tooling support. |
- Both `React.createElement` and JSX are ways to define React elements. JSX is a syntactic sugar over `React.createElement`, providing a more concise and readable syntax for expressing UI components.
- JSX is widely adopted in the React community due to its simplicity and familiarity with HTML-like syntax, making it more accessible for developers.
**When to Choose:**
- For projects using React, JSX is the preferred choice for its readability and conciseness.
- In situations where more control is needed or when integrating with non-JSX libraries, `React.createElement` might be chosen.
**Example Usage:**
```jsx
// Using React.createElement
const element1 = React.createElement('div', null, 'Hello, React!');
// Using JSX
const element2 =
Hello, React!;
```
In general, JSX is the recommended approach for most React projects due to its readability and ease of use.
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### 3. Benefits of JSX
JSX (JavaScript XML) is a syntax extension for JavaScript commonly used with React. It provides several benefits that contribute to the ease of development and maintainability of React applications.
#### **Key Benefits:**
1. **Readability:**
JSX resembles HTML, making the code more readable and intuitive. It allows developers to express UI components in a structure similar to how they would in traditional HTML.
2. **Conciseness:**
JSX provides a concise and declarative syntax for defining UI elements, reducing the verbosity of code compared to using `React.createElement` calls directly.
3. **Ease of Learning:**
Developers familiar with HTML find it easier to transition to React with JSX, as it leverages existing knowledge of HTML structure and attributes.
4. **Embedded Expressions:**
JavaScript expressions can be easily embedded within JSX using curly braces `{}`, allowing dynamic content and values to be seamlessly integrated.
5. **Integration with Components:**
JSX facilitates the use of React components directly within the markup, making the composition of complex UIs more straightforward.
6. **Tooling Support:**
JSX has robust tooling support, including syntax highlighting, autocompletion, and error checking in modern IDEs and code editors, enhancing the development experience.
7. **Consistency Across Files:**
The consistent JSX syntax across files promotes code consistency, making it easier for developers to understand and navigate different parts of the application.
#### **Example Usage:**
Consider a simple JSX example for rendering a React component:
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const JSXExampleComponent = () => {
const name = 'John Doe';
return (
Greeting App
Hello, {name}!
);
};
export default JSXExampleComponent;
```
In this example, JSX contributes to the readability and conciseness of the code, making it more accessible and maintainable for developers working on React applications.
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### 4. Behind the Scenes of JSX
While JSX appears to be similar to HTML, it is not directly understood by browsers. JSX code needs to be transformed into regular JavaScript code before it can be executed. This transformation is typically handled by tools like Babel, which converts JSX syntax into calls to `React.createElement`.
#### **Key Steps:**
1. **Babel Transformation:**
JSX code is processed by Babel, a JavaScript compiler, which transforms it into equivalent JavaScript code.
2. **React.createElement:**
Babel translates JSX elements into calls to `React.createElement`. For example, `
Hello, React!` becomes `React.createElement('div', null, 'Hello, React!')`.
3. **Element Creation:**
The `React.createElement` function creates a React element object representing the UI component described by the JSX.
4. **Virtual DOM Representation:**
React uses the created elements to build a Virtual DOM representation of the UI structure.
5. **Reconciliation:**
During updates, React performs a process called reconciliation, where it compares the new Virtual DOM with the previous one to determine the minimal set of changes needed to update the actual DOM.
#### **Example Transformation:**
Consider a JSX example and its transformation using Babel:
**JSX:**
```jsx
const element =
Hello, JSX!;
```
#### **Babel-Transformed JavaScript:**
```javascript
const element = React.createElement('div', null, 'Hello, JSX!');
```
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### 5. Babel & parcel role in JSX
#### **Role in JSX Transformation:**
1. **Development Workflow:**
During development, developers write React components using JSX syntax.
2. **Babel Transformation:**
Babel transforms JSX code into JavaScript, making it compatible with browsers.
3. **Parcel Bundling:**
Parcel, as a bundler, takes care of the overall project bundling process, including JSX files along with other assets.
4. **Development Server:**
Parcel's development server, in conjunction with HMR, facilitates a smooth development experience by instantly reflecting changes in the browser.
#### **Example:**
Consider a minimal React component written in JSX and how Babel and Parcel work together:
**JSX Component:**
```jsx
// src/App.jsx
import React from 'react';
const App = () => {
return
Hello, JSX with Babel and Parcel!
;
};
export default App;
```
```json
// .babelrc
{
"presets": ["@babel/preset-env", "@babel/preset-react"]
}
```
```bash
# Run the Parcel development server
parcel src/index.html
```
In this example, Babel is configured to handle JSX transformation, and Parcel is used to bundle and serve the React application, including the JSX file.
Understanding the roles of Babel and Parcel is essential for setting up a seamless development environment for React projects using JSX.
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### 6. Components
Components are the building blocks of modern web applications, allowing developers to create reusable and modular pieces of user interface (UI). In React, components can be either class-based or functional, encapsulating UI logic and rendering. They promote code reusability, maintainability, and a declarative approach to building UIs.
#### **Component Types:**
1. **Class Components:**
Class-based components are ES6 classes that extend from `React.Component`. They have a `render` method and can maintain state.
2. **Functional Components:**
Functional components are simpler and based on JavaScript functions. They are stateless and primarily used for presenting UI without handling state.
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### 7. Functional Components
Functional components are a type of React component that is defined as a JavaScript function. They are primarily used for presenting UI elements and are stateless by default. With the introduction of React Hooks in newer React versions, functional components can also manage state and have access to lifecycle methods.
#### **Key Characteristics:**
1. **Simple Syntax:**
Functional components have a simpler syntax compared to class components, making them more concise and easier to read.
2. **No Internal State:**
Initially, functional components were stateless and lacked lifecycle methods. However, with React Hooks, functional components can now manage state and have access to lifecycle features.
3. **Reusability:**
Functional components are highly reusable, promoting a modular and composable approach to building UI elements.
4. **Introduced Hooks:**
The introduction of hooks like `useState` and `useEffect` allows functional components to manage state and perform side effects, previously exclusive to class components.
#### **Example:**
```jsx
// Simple Functional Component
const Greeting = (props) => {
return
Hello, {props.name}!
;
};
// Functional Component with Hooks (useState)
import React, { useState } from 'react';
const Counter = () => {
const [count, setCount] = useState(0);
return (
Count: {count}
setCount(count + 1)}>Increment
);
};
```
In this example, Greeting is a basic functional component, while Counter utilizes the useState hook to manage internal state. Functional components are a fundamental part of React development, offering a lightweight and expressive way to build UI elements.
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### 8. Composing Components
Composing components in React involves building complex user interfaces by combining and nesting smaller, reusable components within larger ones. This approach promotes a modular and maintainable code structure, allowing developers to create scalable and easily understandable applications.
#### **Key Concepts:**
1. **Reusability:**
Composing components encourages the reuse of smaller, independent components across different parts of the application.
2. **Modularity:**
Each component performs a specific function, and composing them allows developers to create complex UIs by combining simpler building blocks.
3. **Hierarchy:**
Components can be organized in a hierarchical structure, with parent components containing and orchestrating the behavior of child components.
4. **Props Passing:**
Components communicate and share data by passing props from parent to child components. This enables dynamic and configurable behavior.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple example where a `UserProfile` component is composed of smaller components like `Avatar` and `UserInfo`:
```jsx
// Avatar Component
const Avatar = ({ imageUrl }) => {
return 
;
};
// UserInfo Component
const UserInfo = ({ username, email }) => {
return (
Username: {username}
Email: {email}
);
};
// UserProfile Component Composed of Avatar and UserInfo
const UserProfile = ({ user }) => {
return (
User Profile
);
};
```
In this example, `UserProfile` composes smaller components (`Avatar` and `UserInfo`) to create a cohesive and reusable user profile display. Composing components in this manner enhances code maintainability and facilitates the development of scalable applications.
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### 9. Superpowers of JSX
JSX (JavaScript XML) is a syntax extension for JavaScript commonly used with React. It provides several benefits that contribute to the ease of development and maintainability of React applications.
#### **Super Powers:**
1. **Readability:**
JSX resembles HTML, making the code more readable and intuitive. It allows developers to express UI components in a structure similar to how they would in traditional HTML.
2. **Conciseness:**
JSX provides a concise and declarative syntax for defining UI elements, reducing the verbosity of code compared to using `React.createElement` calls directly.
3. **Ease of Learning:**
Developers familiar with HTML find it easier to transition to React with JSX, as it leverages existing knowledge of HTML structure and attributes.
4. **Embedded Expressions:**
JavaScript expressions can be easily embedded within JSX using curly braces `{}`, allowing dynamic content and values to be seamlessly integrated.
5. **Integration with Components:**
JSX facilitates the use of React components directly within the markup, making the composition of complex UIs more straightforward.
6. **Tooling Support:**
JSX has robust tooling support, including syntax highlighting, autocompletion, and error checking in modern IDEs and code editors, enhancing the development experience.
7. **Consistency Across Files:**
The consistent JSX syntax across files promotes code consistency, making it easier for developers to understand and navigate different parts of the application.
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### 10. Role of type attribute in script tag? What options can I use there?
The `type` attribute in the `` tag specifies the MIME type of the content within the script block. It informs the browser how to interpret and execute the script. While it was required in older HTML versions, in modern HTML, the `type` attribute is often omitted for JavaScript, as the default is assumed to be `text/javascript`.
#### **Options:**
1. **`text/javascript`:**
- Default MIME type for JavaScript. In modern HTML, this is assumed if `type` is not specified.
2. **`module`:**
- Indicates that the script is a JavaScript module, introducing features like module scope and `import/export` statements.
3. **`text/ecmascript`:**
- Older MIME type for JavaScript. Deprecated in favor of `text/javascript`.
4. **`application/javascript`:**
- Alternative MIME type for JavaScript. Less common, as `text/javascript` is widely supported.
5. **`application/ecmascript`:**
- Alternative MIME type for ECMAScript. Similar to `application/javascript`.
#### **Example Usage:**
```html
<!-- Default (text/javascript) -->
<script>
console.log('Hello, JavaScript!');
```
```html
import { exampleFunction } from './module.js';
exampleFunction();
```
```html
console.log('Using alternative MIME type.');
```
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### 1. Is JSX mandatory for React?
### JSX in React
JSX (JavaScript XML) is not mandatory for building React applications, but it is a highly recommended and widely adopted syntax for defining React elements in a more readable and expressive manner. JSX provides a syntax extension for JavaScript that resembles XML or HTML and simplifies the process of creating React elements and components.
#### **Why Use JSX:**
- **Readability and Expressiveness:**
JSX makes the code more readable and resembles the structure of the UI, making it easier for developers to understand and visualize the component hierarchy. It also allows the use of HTML-like syntax within JavaScript.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple React component defined with and without JSX:
##### **With JSX:**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const JSXComponent = () => {
return (
Hello, JSX!
This is a JSX component.
);
};
```
##### **Without JSX:**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const WithoutJSXComponent = () => {
return React.createElement('div', null,
React.createElement('h1', null, 'Hello, JSX!'),
React.createElement('p', null, 'This is a JSX component.')
);
};
```
In the examples above, the `JSXComponent` and `WithoutJSXComponent` components achieve the same result. However, the JSX version is more concise and resembles the final HTML structure, making it more readable. The version without JSX uses the `React.createElement` function to create elements programmatically, which can be less intuitive and more verbose.
While JSX is not mandatory, it significantly improves the developer experience and is the preferred syntax in the React community. Most React projects leverage JSX for its readability and expressiveness.
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### 2. Is ES6 mandatory for React?
### ES6 in React
ES6 (ECMAScript 2015) is not strictly mandatory for building React applications, but it is highly recommended and widely adopted as the standard JavaScript version for modern web development, including React. ES6 introduces several features and syntax improvements that enhance code readability, modularity, and developer productivity.
#### **Why Use ES6 in React:**
- **Modern JavaScript Features:**
ES6 provides modern JavaScript features such as arrow functions, destructuring assignment, template literals, and classes, which can significantly improve the quality and maintainability of React code.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple React component using ES6 features:
```jsx
import React, { useState, useEffect } from 'react';
const ES6Component = () => {
// Using destructuring assignment for state variables
const [count, setCount] = useState(0);
// Using arrow function for the event handler
const incrementCount = () => {
setCount(count + 1);
};
// Using template literals for string interpolation
useEffect(() => {
console.log(`Count value: ${count}`);
}, [count]);
return (
Hello, ES6!
Current Count: {count}
{/* Using arrow function for the onClick event */}
Increment
);
};
export default ES6Component;
```
In this example, ES6 features such as `useState` for state management, arrow functions for event handlers, destructuring assignment for extracting values from arrays or objects, and template literals for string interpolation contribute to cleaner and more concise code.
While it's technically possible to build React applications without using ES6 features, doing so may result in less readable and more verbose code. ES6 has become the de facto standard for JavaScript development, and adopting it is highly recommended for React projects to leverage its benefits and align with modern coding practices.
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### 3. `{TitleComponent}` vs `{}` vs `{}` in JSX
In JSX (JavaScript XML), there are different ways to include React components. The three variations `{TitleComponent}`, `{}`, and `{}` all achieve the same result, but they have subtle differences in terms of syntax and usage.
#### **Variations:**
##### **1. `{TitleComponent}`:**
Using curly braces without enclosing the component in JSX tags. This is typically used when embedding a single component within an expression or a larger JSX structure.
##### **2. `{}`:**
Enclosing the component in self-closing JSX tags. This is the most concise and common way to include a component in JSX, especially for single components.
##### **3. `{}`:**
Using explicit opening and closing JSX tags. While functionally equivalent, this approach might be chosen for consistency or readability, especially when dealing with more complex JSX structures.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple `TitleComponent` and its usage in different variations:
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const TitleComponent = () => {
return
Hello, JSX Title!
;
};
const JSXUsage = () => {
return (
{/* Variation 1 */}
{TitleComponent}
{/* Variation 2 */}
{}
{/* Variation 3 */}
{}
);
};
export default JSXUsage;
```
In this example, all three variations result in the inclusion of the TitleComponent in the JSX structure. The choice between these variations is often a matter of personal preference, coding style, or specific use cases within a larger JSX expression. Most commonly, developers use the second variation `{}` for its conciseness and clarity.
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### 4. How can I write comments in JSX?
### Comments in JSX
In JSX (JavaScript XML), comments are written using curly braces `{/* */}`. It allows developers to include comments within the JSX structure for documentation or clarification purposes.
#### **Syntax:**
```jsx
{/* This is a JSX comment */}
```
#### **Example:**
Consider a React component with JSX comments:
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const CommentedComponent = () => {
return (
{/* Header */}
Hello, JSX!
{/* Main Content */}
This is a paragraph.
{/* Conditional Rendering */}
{true ? Show this if true
: Show this if false
}
{/* Footer */}
Copyright © 2022
);
};
export default CommentedComponent;
```
In this example, comments are used to annotate different sections of the JSX structure, providing additional context or information for anyone reading the code. JSX comments do not appear in the rendered HTML and are purely for developer documentation.
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### 5. What is React.Fragment and <> >?
`React.Fragment` and the shorthand syntax `<>` `>` are both used in React to group multiple elements without introducing an additional parent div in the rendered HTML. They provide a cleaner way to structure JSX when you don't want to add an extra DOM element.
#### **Usage:**
##### **1. `React.Fragment`:**
It's a named component provided by React specifically for grouping elements. It does not create an additional DOM node in the rendered output.
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const FragmentComponent = () => {
return (
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
);
};
```
##### **2. `<>` `>` shorthand syntax:**
The shorthand syntax `<>` and `>` serves the same purpose as `React.Fragment`. It's often referred to as the "empty tag" or "fragment shorthand."
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const ShorthandFragmentComponent = () => {
return (
<>
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
>
);
};
```
#### **Example:**
Consider a component using `React.Fragment` and the shorthand syntax:
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const FragmentExample = () => {
return (
{/* Using React.Fragment */}
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
{/* Using Shorthand Syntax */}
<>
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
>
);
};
```
In this example, both `React.Fragment` and the shorthand syntax `<>` `>` are used to group multiple paragraphs without introducing an additional `
` in the rendered HTML.
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### 6. What is Virtual DOM?
### Virtual DOM in React
The Virtual DOM (Document Object Model) is a concept used in React to improve the efficiency of updating the actual DOM. It is a lightweight, in-memory representation of the real DOM that React maintains and uses to optimize rendering performance.
#### **How Virtual DOM Works:**
1. **Initial Render:**
- When a React component renders, it creates a virtual representation of the UI in the form of a Virtual DOM tree.
2. **Updates and Reconciliation:**
- When the state or props of a component change, a new Virtual DOM tree is created.
- React performs a process called "reconciliation" to compare the new Virtual DOM with the previous one.
3. **Differential Algorithm:**
- React's reconciliation algorithm calculates the differences (diffing) between the new and previous Virtual DOM trees.
- It identifies the minimal set of changes needed to update the actual DOM.
4. **DOM Manipulation:**
- React applies the calculated changes to the real DOM only where necessary, minimizing the amount of direct manipulation of the DOM.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple React component and its initial and updated Virtual DOM representations:
```jsx
// Initial Render
const initialVirtualDOM = (
Hello, Virtual DOM!
This is a paragraph.
);
// Updated Render (after state change or prop update)
const updatedVirtualDOM = (
Hello, Virtual DOM!
This is an updated paragraph.
);
```
In this example, the initial and updated Virtual DOM representations reflect the UI structure. React's reconciliation process efficiently identifies the changes between these representations, allowing for optimized updates to the actual DOM.
By using the Virtual DOM, React minimizes the direct manipulation of the real DOM, resulting in improved performance and a more responsive user interface.
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### 7. What is Reconciliation in React?
### Reconciliation in React
Reconciliation is the process in React where it compares the new Virtual DOM representation of a component with its previous one to determine the minimal set of changes needed to update the actual DOM. It's a key part of React's efficiency, ensuring that updates are applied optimally, resulting in improved rendering performance.
#### **How Reconciliation Works:**
1. **Element Diffing:**
- React compares each element in the new Virtual DOM with its corresponding element in the previous Virtual DOM using a process called "element diffing."
2. **Keyed Elements:**
- React uses keys assigned to elements to optimize the identification of elements that have been added, removed, or rearranged. Keys help React recognize elements uniquely across renders.
3. **Reordering Elements:**
- If elements are reordered in the new Virtual DOM, React attempts to minimize the number of manipulations in the actual DOM by reordering the existing elements rather than recreating them.
4. **Component Instances:**
- React tracks the instances of stateful components and reuses them whenever possible, preserving their state across renders.
5. **Component Lifecycle Methods:**
- React invokes certain lifecycle methods, such as `componentWillUpdate` and `componentDidUpdate`, during the reconciliation process, allowing developers to perform actions before and after updates.
#### **Example:**
Consider a React component with a list that gets updated:
```jsx
// Initial Render
const initialVirtualDOM = (
- Item 1
- Item 2
- Item 3
);
// Updated Render
const updatedVirtualDOM = (
- Item 3
- Item 1
- Item 4
);
```
In this example, the reconciliation process identifies that `Item 1` and `Item 3` have swapped positions, `Item 2` has been removed, and `Item 4` has been added. React efficiently updates the actual DOM to reflect these changes while minimizing unnecessary manipulations.
Reconciliation is a crucial part of React's optimization strategy, ensuring that updates are performed in the most efficient way possible, resulting in a smoother user experience.
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### 8. What is React Fiber?
### React Fiber
React Fiber is an internal reimplementation of the React core algorithm that enables better control over the rendering process and improves the performance of complex and asynchronous UI updates. It was introduced to address issues related to the blocking nature of the original reconciliation algorithm, making React more responsive and capable of handling modern application requirements.
#### **Key Features:**
1. **Incremental Rendering:**
- React Fiber allows the rendering work to be performed incrementally, enabling more granular control over when and how updates are processed.
2. **Prioritization and Scheduling:**
- It introduces a scheduler that allows React to prioritize and schedule the rendering of different tasks, making it more responsive to user interactions and ensuring a smoother user experience.
3. **Error Boundaries:**
- Fiber supports the concept of error boundaries, making it easier to handle errors gracefully and prevent them from breaking the entire component tree.
4. **Better Support for Asynchronous Updates:**
- React Fiber enhances the support for asynchronous updates, making it more efficient in handling complex interactions, animations, and large datasets.
#### **Example:**
While React Fiber's implementation is internal and doesn't require explicit changes in the way developers write React components, its impact is seen in React's improved performance and responsiveness.
#### **A simple React component (no explicit Fiber-related code)**
```jsx
// A simple React component (no explicit Fiber-related code)
import React from 'react';
const FiberExampleComponent = () => {
return (
Hello, React Fiber!
This component demonstrates the benefits of React Fiber.
);
};
export default FiberExampleComponent;
```
In this example, the React Fiber improvements are happening behind the scenes, making React more efficient and capable of handling complex applications with improved rendering and scheduling capabilities. Developers don't need to interact with React Fiber explicitly in their code; its benefits are automatically leveraged by React.
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### 9. Why do we need keys in React? When do we need keys in React?
### Keys in React
In React, keys are used to give elements a stable identity across renders. They help React efficiently update and reconcile the Virtual DOM by aiding in the identification of added, removed, or rearranged elements within a collection, such as a list.
#### **When to Use Keys:**
1. **List Iteration:**
- When rendering a list of elements using `map`, `forEach`, or similar methods.
2. **Dynamic Children:**
- When the order or presence of elements within a collection may change over time.
#### **Why Use Keys:**
- **Efficient Updates:**
- React uses keys to minimize the number of DOM manipulations during updates. Without keys, React may have to recreate the entire list, leading to performance issues and potential visual glitches.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple React component rendering a list of items without and with keys:
#### **Without Keys**
```jsx
// Without Keys
const WithoutKeys = () => {
const items = ['Apple', 'Banana', 'Orange'];
return (
{items.map((item) => (
- {item}
))}
);
};
```
#### **With Keys**
```jsx
// With Keys
const WithKeys = () => {
const items = [
{ id: 1, name: 'Apple' },
{ id: 2, name: 'Banana' },
{ id: 3, name: 'Orange' },
];
return (
{items.map((item) => (
- {item.name}
))}
);
};
```
In the first example (Without Keys), if the order of the items changes or if an item is added or removed, React may need to recreate the entire list, leading to suboptimal performance.
In the second example (With Keys), each item is assigned a unique key based on its `id`. This helps React efficiently identify and update individual items without recreating the entire list, resulting in better performance.
Using keys appropriately is crucial, especially when dealing with dynamic lists or when the order of elements may change over time. Keys should be unique within the list and remain consistent across renders.
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### 10. Can we use index as keys in React?
### Using Index as Keys in React
While it is possible to use the array index as keys in React, it's generally not recommended, especially when dealing with dynamic lists that may change over time. Using index as keys can lead to issues when elements are added, removed, or reordered, as React relies on stable and unique keys for efficient updates.
#### **Why It's Not Recommended:**
1. **Stability:**
- The array index may not remain stable if elements are added or removed. This can lead to unpredictable behavior during updates.
2. **Performance Implications:**
- Using index as keys may result in suboptimal performance, especially when elements are dynamically added, removed, or reordered.
3. **Component State:**
- If the order of elements changes but the keys (array indices) remain the same, React may not correctly update the component state.
#### **Example:**
Consider a React component using the array index as keys:
```jsx
const IndexAsKeysExample = () => {
const items = ['Apple', 'Banana', 'Orange'];
return (
{items.map((item, index) => (
- {item}
))}
);
};
```
In this example, the array index is used as keys. While this may work initially, issues can arise when the order of items changes. For instance, if 'Banana' is removed, the index of 'Orange' becomes 1, leading to potential problems during updates.
It's recommended to use stable and unique identifiers as keys, such as item IDs, to ensure proper and efficient updates, especially in dynamic and changing lists.
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### 11. What are props in React? Ways to pass props
### Props in React
Props (short for properties) are a mechanism in React for passing data from a parent component to its child components. They allow components to be configurable and dynamic by receiving values or functions from their parent components.
#### **Passing Props:**
1. **Directly in JSX:**
- Pass props directly within JSX when rendering a child component.
2. **Using Spread Operator:**
- Use the spread operator (`...`) to pass an entire object of props.
3. **Functional Components:**
- In functional components, props are passed as an argument to the component function.
#### **Example:**
Consider a parent component (`ParentComponent`) passing props to a child component (`ChildComponent`) using different methods:
#### **ParentComponent.js**
```jsx
// ParentComponent.js
import React from 'react';
import ChildComponent from './ChildComponent';
const ParentComponent = () => {
const message = 'Hello from Parent!';
const data = { item: 'Apple', quantity: 5 };
return (
{/* 1. Directly in JSX */}
{/* 2. Using Spread Operator */}
{/* 3. Functional Components */}
);
};
export default ParentComponent;
```
#### **ChildComponent.js**
```jsx
// ChildComponent.js
import React from 'react';
const ChildComponent = (props) => {
return (
{props.message}
{props.item && `Item: ${props.item}, Quantity: ${props.quantity}`}
);
};
// Functional Component with Destructuring
const ChildComponentFunctional = ({ message }) => {
return
{message}
;
};
export default ChildComponent;
```
In this example, ParentComponent is passing props to ChildComponent using three different methods: directly in JSX, using the spread operator, and in a functional component. The child component receives and displays the props accordingly.
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### 12. What is a Config Driven UI?
### Config Driven UI
A Config Driven UI is an approach in web development where the user interface (UI) elements and their behavior are defined and controlled by configuration objects or files rather than hardcoded within the application's source code. This approach allows for more flexibility, easier customization, and dynamic changes to the UI without modifying the underlying codebase.
#### **Key Characteristics:**
1. **External Configuration:**
- UI elements and their properties are specified in external configuration files or objects.
2. **Separation of Concerns:**
- Configuration is separated from the application logic, promoting a cleaner and more modular code structure.
3. **Dynamic Updates:**
- Changes to the UI can be made dynamically by updating the configuration without requiring code modifications.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple example of a Config Driven UI using React. In this scenario, a configuration object defines the structure of a form:
#### **Configuration Object**
```javascript
// Configuration Object
const formConfig = {
title: 'User Registration Form',
fields: [
{ label: 'Name', type: 'text', name: 'name', required: true },
{ label: 'Email', type: 'email', name: 'email', required: true },
{ label: 'Password', type: 'password', name: 'password', required: true },
// Additional fields can be added or modified in the configuration
],
submitButtonText: 'Submit',
};
```
#### **Config Driven UI Component**
```jsx
// Config Driven UI Component
const ConfigDrivenForm = ({ config }) => {
return (
{config.title}
{config.fields.map((field, index) => (
{field.label}
))}
{config.submitButtonText}
);
};
```
#### **Usage of Config Driven UI Component**
```jsx
// Usage of Config Driven UI Component
const App = () => {
return ;
};
```
In this example, the `ConfigDrivenForm` component uses the `formConfig` object to dynamically render a form based on the configuration. This approach allows developers to modify the form structure, fields, or even add new features without touching the component's code, making the UI more adaptable and maintainable.
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### 1. What is the difference between Named Export, Default export, and * as export?
### Named Export, Default Export, and `* as` Export in JavaScript
#### **Named Export:**
Named exports allow you to export multiple values from a module, and each exported value has a specific name. These exports are explicitly imported using the same name.
##### **Example:**
```javascript
// NamedExportModule.js
export const variable1 = 'Value 1';
export const variable2 = 'Value 2';
```
```javascript
// Importing named exports
import { variable1, variable2 } from './NamedExportModule';
console.log(variable1, variable2); // Output: 'Value 1' 'Value 2'
```
#### **Default Export:**
Default exports allow you to export a single value from a module. When importing, you can choose any name for the imported value.
##### **Example:**
```javascript
// DefaultExportModule.js
const defaultExportValue = 'Default Export Value';
export default defaultExportValue;
```
```javascript
// Importing default export
import myValue from './DefaultExportModule';
console.log(myValue); // Output: 'Default Export Value'
```
#### **`*` as Export:**
The `* as` syntax allows you to import all exports from a module as a single object. It is particularly useful when a module has multiple named exports.
##### **Example:**
```javascript
// StarAsExportModule.js
export const var1 = 'Variable 1';
export const var2 = 'Variable 2';
```
```javascript
// StarAsExportModule.js
// Importing all exports using `* as`
import * as exportedValues from './StarAsExportModule';
console.log(exportedValues.var1, exportedValues.var2); // Output: 'Variable 1' 'Variable 2'
```
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### 2. What is the importance of config.js file?
### Importance of `config.js` File
#### **Description:**
The `config.js` file is commonly used in web development to centralize and manage configuration settings and environment variables for an application. It serves as a single source of truth for configuration values, making it easier to update, maintain, and share settings across different parts of the codebase.
#### **Why Use `config.js`:**
- **Centralized Configuration:**
- **Description:** By using a `config.js` file, developers can store various configuration parameters, API keys, URLs, and environment-specific settings in one place. This promotes modularity and makes it simpler to adapt the application to different environments.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple `config.js` file for a React application:
```javascript
// config.js
const config = {
apiBaseUrl: process.env.REACT_APP_API_BASE_URL || 'https://api.example.com',
apiKey: process.env.REACT_APP_API_KEY || 'your_api_key_here',
maxItemsPerPage: 10,
// Other configuration settings...
};
export default config;
```
In this example, the `config.js` file contains configuration parameters such as `apiBaseUrl`, `apiKey`, and `maxItemsPerPage`. It also utilizes environment variables (prefixed with `REACT_APP_` for a React app) to allow for different values in different environments. This file can be imported and used throughout the application, providing a centralized and easily accessible location for configuration values.
Having a dedicated `config.js` file becomes especially crucial when deploying an application to different environments (development, staging, production), as it allows for quick adjustments without modifying code in multiple places. Additionally, it aids in keeping sensitive information, like API keys, separate from the application's source code, enhancing security practices.
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### 3. What are React Hooks?
### React Hooks
#### **1. `useState`:**
- **Description:** Used to add state variables to functional components. Returns an array with the current state value and a function to update it.
#### **2. `useEffect`:**
Enables performing side effects in functional components. It's often used for data fetching, subscriptions, or manually changing the DOM.
#### **3. `useContext`:**
Provides access to the value of a React context, allowing functional components to subscribe to context changes.
#### **4. `useReducer`:**
An alternative to `useState` for managing more complex state logic. It takes a reducer function and an initial state, returning the current state and a dispatch function.
#### **5. `useCallback`:**
Memoizes a callback function, preventing it from being recreated on each render. Useful for optimizing performance in child components.
#### **6. `useMemo`:**
Memoizes the result of a computation, preventing unnecessary recalculations on each render. Useful for optimizing expensive computations.
#### **7. `useRef`:**
Returns a mutable object (`{ current: ... }`) that persists across renders. It's often used to access or store mutable values without causing re-renders.
#### **8. `useImperativeHandle`:**
Customizes the instance value exposed when using `ref` with `forwardRef`. It allows a parent component to interact with the child's imperative API.
#### **9. `useLayoutEffect`:**
Similar to `useEffect`, but fires synchronously after all DOM mutations. It's useful when you need to measure or manipulate the DOM immediately after component updates.
#### **10. `useDebugValue`:**
Adds debug information to custom hooks when viewed with React DevTools. It's useful for displaying custom hook values in the DevTools inspector.
These hooks cover various aspects of building functional components, managing state, handling side effects, and optimizing performance in React applications.
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### 4. Why do we need a useState Hook?
### `useState` Hook in React
The `useState` hook in React is essential for functional components to manage and update local state. Before the introduction of hooks, state management was primarily handled by class components. `useState` enables functional components to have state variables, making them more powerful and comparable to class components.
#### **Why Use `useState`:**
- **Functional Component State:**
`useState` allows functional components to declare and update state variables, enabling dynamic behavior, reactivity to user interactions, and UI updates.
#### **Example:**
Consider a simple example of a counter component that utilizes the `useState` hook to manage a count variable.
```jsx
import React, { useState } from 'react';
const Counter = () => {
// Declaring a state variable 'count' with an initial value of 0
const [count, setCount] = useState(0);
// Event handler to increment the count when the button is clicked
const incrementCount = () => {
// Using the setCount function to update the 'count' state
setCount(count + 1);
};
return (
Count: {count}
{/* Button to trigger the incrementCount event handler */}
Increment
);
};
```
In this example, useState(0) initializes the count state variable with an initial value of 0. The setCount function is then used to update the count state whenever the "Increment" button is clicked. This results in a re-render of the component with the updated state, reflecting the new count value in the UI. The useState hook simplifies state management in functional components, making them more versatile and expressive.
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### 1. What is a Microservice?
### Microservices
Microservices architecture is an approach to developing a software application as a collection of small, independent, and loosely coupled services. Each service, known as a microservice, is designed to perform a specific business function and can be developed, deployed, and scaled independently. Microservices communicate with each other through well-defined APIs, enabling flexibility, scalability, and easier maintenance.
#### **Key Characteristics of Microservices:**
- **Independence:**
Each microservice operates independently, allowing teams to develop, deploy, and scale services without affecting the entire application.
- **Loose Coupling:**
Microservices are loosely coupled, meaning changes to one service do not impact others. This enables faster development and deployment cycles.
- **Scalability:**
Services can be scaled independently based on demand, providing better resource utilization and performance optimization.
- **Technology Diversity:**
Microservices can be developed using different technologies and programming languages suitable for the specific service's requirements.
#### **Example:**
A simple example of a microservices architecture using Node.js and Express:
##### Microservice 1:
node js code...
```javascript
// service1.js
const express = require('express');
const app = express();
app.get('/api/service1', (req, res) => {
res.json({ message: 'Microservice 1 is working!' });
});
const PORT = 3001;
app.listen(PORT, () => {
console.log(`Microservice 1 is running on port ${PORT}`);
});
```
##### Microservice 2:
node js code...
```javascript
// service2.js
const express = require('express');
const app = express();
app.get('/api/service2', (req, res) => {
res.json({ message: 'Microservice 2 is working!' });
});
const PORT = 3002;
app.listen(PORT, () => {
console.log(`Microservice 2 is running on port ${PORT}`);
});
```
In this example, Microservice 1 and Microservice 2 are two independent Express applications, each serving a specific API endpoint. They can be deployed, scaled, and maintained independently, showcasing the fundamental principles of a microservices architecture.
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### 2. What is Monolith architecture?
### Monolithic Architecture
Monolithic architecture is an approach to designing software applications as a single, unified, and tightly integrated system. In a monolith, all components and modules of an application are interconnected and run within a single codebase and process. Monolithic applications are characterized by a single deployment unit, and changes to any part of the system typically require redeploying the entire application.
#### **Key Characteristics of Monolithic Architecture:**
- **Unified Codebase:**
All components and modules of the application share the same codebase and are tightly coupled.
- **Single Deployment Unit:**
The entire application is deployed as a single unit, making deployment simpler but potentially slower.
- **Centralized Database:**
Monoliths often use a centralized database where all data is stored and accessed.
- **Scaling Challenges:**
Scaling the application involves scaling the entire monolith, which can be challenging for large applications.
#### **Example:**
A simple example of a monolithic web application using Node.js and Express:
```javascript
// monolith.js
const express = require('express');
const app = express();
// Single route handling the entire application logic
app.get('/', (req, res) => {
res.send('Hello, Monolith!');
});
const PORT = 3000;
app.listen(PORT, () => {
console.log(`Monolithic application is running on port ${PORT}`);
});
```
In this example, the entire application logic is handled within a single Express route. The components are tightly integrated within a single codebase, and changes to any part of the system would require redeploying the entire monolithic application.
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### 3. What is the difference between Monolith and Microservice?
### Monolith vs. Microservices
#### **Differences:**
| **Aspect** | **Monolith** | **Microservices** |
| -------------------- | --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| **Codebase** | Single, unified codebase | Multiple, independent codebases |
| **Deployment** | Deployed as a single unit | Deployed independently, per service |
| **Scalability** | Scaled as a whole application | Scaled independently, per service |
| **Communication** | Components tightly integrated | Components communicate through APIs |
| **Flexibility** | Limited technology diversity | Supports diverse technologies per service |
| **Development** | Easier to develop initially | Requires more planning and coordination |
| **Maintenance** | Changes may impact entire system | Changes isolated to specific services |
| **Resource Utilization** | May lead to underutilization or overutilization | Efficient resource utilization based on service demand |
These differences highlight the distinct characteristics and considerations between monolithic and microservices architectures.
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### 4. Why do we need a useEffect Hook?
### `useEffect` Hook in React
The `useEffect` hook in React is used to perform side effects in functional components. Side effects may include data fetching, subscriptions, manual DOM manipulations, or any action that needs to be performed after the component is rendered. It helps manage lifecycle methods in functional components and ensures that certain actions are executed at the appropriate times during the component's life cycle.
#### **Why Use `useEffect`:**
- **Lifecycle Management:**
`useEffect` allows you to manage component lifecycle events such as component mounting, updating, and unmounting.
- **Avoiding Race Conditions:**
It helps in avoiding race conditions that can occur when asynchronous actions complete after a component has been unmounted.
- **Data Fetching and Side Effects:**
`useEffect` is commonly used for data fetching, subscriptions, and other side effects that need to be performed after the initial render.
#### **Example:**
A simple example demonstrating the use of `useEffect` for data fetching:
```jsx
import React, { useState, useEffect } from 'react';
const DataFetchingComponent = () => {
const [data, setData] = useState(null);
const [loading, setLoading] = useState(true);
useEffect(() => {
// Simulating a network request with setTimeout
const fetchData = async () => {
try {
const response = await fetch('https://api.example.com/data');
const result = await response.json();
setData(result);
setLoading(false);
} catch (error) {
console.error('Error fetching data:', error);
setLoading(false);
}
};
fetchData();
}, []); // Empty dependency array ensures the effect runs only once after initial render
return (
{loading ? (
Loading...
) : (
Data: {data}
)}
);
};
export default DataFetchingComponent;
```
In this example, useEffect is used to initiate a data-fetching operation after the initial render of the component. The empty dependency array [] ensures that the effect runs only once after the initial render.
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### 5. What is Optional Chaining?
### Optional Chaining in JavaScript
Optional Chaining is a feature in JavaScript that simplifies the process of accessing nested properties of an object when some of those properties may be undefined or null. It allows you to safely access nested properties without causing errors if an intermediate property is not defined.
#### **Why Use Optional Chaining:**
- **Avoiding Errors:**
Optional Chaining helps prevent errors that would occur when trying to access properties of an undefined or null value.
#### **Example:**
Consider an object with nested properties and using optional chaining:
```javascript
// Object with nested properties
const user = {
name: 'John',
address: {
city: 'New York',
postalCode: '10001',
},
};
// Accessing nested properties without Optional Chaining
const cityWithoutOptionalChaining = user.address && user.address.city;
console.log(cityWithoutOptionalChaining); // Output: 'New York'
// Accessing nested properties with Optional Chaining
const cityWithOptionalChaining = user.address?.city;
console.log(cityWithOptionalChaining); // Output: 'New York'
// Trying to access a non-existent property with Optional Chaining
const countryWithOptionalChaining = user.address?.country;
console.log(countryWithOptionalChaining); // Output: undefined
```
In this example, `user.address?.city` uses optional chaining to access the `city` property even if `user.address` is undefined. It simplifies the code and prevents errors when accessing nested properties.
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### 6. What is Shimmer UI?
### Shimmer UI
#### **Description:**
Shimmer UI is a visual loading effect used in user interfaces to indicate that content is being fetched or loaded. It typically involves displaying animated placeholder elements that mimic the structure of the expected content, creating a shimmering or shimmer effect. Shimmer UI provides users with a visual cue that something is happening in the background, improving the perceived performance of an application.
#### **Why Use Shimmer UI:**
- **User Experience:**
- **Description:** Shimmer UI improves user experience by providing a visual indication of ongoing loading processes, reducing the perception of delays.
#### **Example:**
A simple example of implementing a Shimmer UI effect using HTML and CSS:
```html
.shimmer-container {
width: 200px;
height: 100px;
background-color: #f0f0f0;
overflow: hidden;
position: relative;
}
.shimmer-line {
width: 100%;
height: 20px;
background: linear-gradient(to right, transparent 0%, #e0e0e0 50%, transparent 100%);
position: absolute;
animation: shimmer-animation 1.5s infinite;
}
@keyframes shimmer-animation {
0% {
transform: translateX(-100%);
}
100% {
transform: translateX(100%);
}
}
```
In this example, a `shimmer-container` is created with a placeholder background color. The `shimmer-line` div represents the animated shimmer effect using a linear gradient and a CSS animation. This simple implementation can be adapted and styled according to the specific design and layout requirements of a particular application.
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### 7. What is the difference between JS expression and JS statement
### JavaScript Expression vs. JavaScript Statement
JavaScript expressions and statements are fundamental building blocks of JavaScript code, each serving a different purpose.
#### **JavaScript Expression:**
An expression in JavaScript is a piece of code that produces a value. It can be a combination of variables, literals, operators, and function calls that result in a single value.
#### **Example:**
```javascript
// Expression example
const sum = 2 + 3; // The expression '2 + 3' produces the value 5
```
#### **JavaScript Statement:**
A statement in JavaScript is a larger unit of code that performs an action. It can consist of one or more expressions and is typically executed for its side effects (e.g., changing the state of a variable, control flow, etc.).
```javascript
// Statement example
let result;
if (sum > 5) {
result = 'Greater than 5';
} else {
result = 'Less than or equal to 5';
}
```
| **Aspect** | **JavaScript Expression** | **JavaScript Statement** |
| -------------------- | --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------- |
| **Produces a Value** |Produces a single value | Performs an action and may not produce a value |
| **Examples** | `2 + 3`, `variableName`, `functionCall()` | `if`, `for`, `while`, `switch`, `try...catch` |
| **Side Effects** | Typically has no side effects | Often used for side effects and control flow |
| **Assignment** | Can be assigned to a variable | Assignments and declarations are common |
| **Usage in Code Blocks** | Limited technology diversity | Supports diverse technologies per service |
| **Development** | Can be used within code blocks | Forms the structure of code blocks |
Understanding the distinction between expressions and statements is crucial for writing effective and readable JavaScript code.
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### 8. What is Conditional Rendering, explain with a code example
### Conditional Rendering in React
Conditional rendering in React refers to the ability to conditionally render components or elements based on certain conditions or state values. It allows developers to control the visibility and structure of UI elements dynamically.
#### **Why Use Conditional Rendering:**
- **Dynamic UI:**
Conditional rendering enables the display of different UI elements based on specific conditions or user interactions, creating a dynamic user interface.
#### **Example:**
A simple example demonstrating conditional rendering in a React component:
```jsx
import React, { useState } from 'react';
const ConditionalRenderingExample = () => {
const [isLoggedIn, setLoggedIn] = useState(false);
return (
{isLoggedIn ? (
Welcome, User!
) : (
setLoggedIn(true)}>Log In
)}
);
};
export default ConditionalRenderingExample;
```
In this example, the content displayed in the component changes based on the value of the `isLoggedIn` state. If the user is logged in, a welcome message is shown; otherwise, a login button is displayed. The `onClick` event of the button updates the state, triggering a re-render with the updated content.
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### 9. What is CORS?
### CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing)
CORS is a security feature implemented by web browsers to control how web pages in one domain can request and interact with resources hosted on another domain. It is a set of rules that determine whether a web browser allows a web application at one origin to request resources from a different origin.
#### **Why Use CORS:**
- **Security:**
CORS is implemented to prevent malicious websites from making unauthorized requests on behalf of a user to a different domain.
#### **Example:**
Consider a scenario where a frontend application (hosted on `https://frontend-app.com`) makes a request to a backend API (hosted on `https://api.backend.com`). If the backend does not explicitly allow requests from the frontend domain, CORS issues may arise.
##### **Backend (Express.js) - Allow CORS:**
```javascript
const express = require('express');
const cors = require('cors');
const app = express();
// Enable CORS for all routes
app.use(cors());
// Your API routes go here
const PORT = 3000;
app.listen(PORT, () => {
console.log(`Server is running on port ${PORT}`);
});
```
In this example, the Express.js backend uses the `cors` middleware to allow cross-origin requests from any domain. This is a permissive approach and may not be suitable for production environments, where more fine-grained control over allowed origins is often necessary.
**Note:** CORS can be disabled using `CORS` chrome extension but this should be used only for the learning purpose.
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### 10. What is async and await?
### `async` and `await` in JavaScript
`async` and `await` are features in JavaScript used to work with asynchronous code, making it more readable and synchronous-looking. They were introduced in ECMAScript 2017 (ES8) and are built on top of the Promise API.
#### **Why Use `async` and `await`:**
- **Simplified Asynchronous Code:**
`async` functions allow the use of `await` to pause execution until a Promise is resolved or rejected, simplifying the handling of asynchronous operations.
#### **Example:**
Consider an asynchronous operation using Promises and how it can be simplified using `async` and `await`.
##### **Without `async` and `await`:**
```javascript
function fetchData() {
return new Promise((resolve, reject) => {
setTimeout(() => {
const data = 'Async data';
// Simulating a successful API call
resolve(data);
}, 1000);
});
}
// Consuming the Promise
fetchData()
.then((result) => {
console.log(result); // Output: 'Async data'
})
.catch((error) => {
console.error(error);
});
```
##### **With `async` and `await`:**
```javascript
// Async function using async/await
async function fetchDataAsync() {
return new Promise((resolve, reject) => {
setTimeout(() => {
const data = 'Async data';
// Simulating a successful API call
resolve(data);
}, 1000);
});
}
// Consuming the Promise using await
async function fetchDataWrapper() {
try {
const result = await fetchDataAsync();
console.log(result); // Output: 'Async data'
} catch (error) {
console.error(error);
}
}
// Calling the async function
fetchDataWrapper();
```
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### 11. What is the use of const json = await data.json(); in getRestaurants()
### `await data.json()` in JavaScript
`await data.json()` is a common usage pattern when working with asynchronous operations and fetching JSON data using the `fetch` API in JavaScript. It is used within an `async` function to pause execution until the JSON data is extracted from the response.
#### **Purpose:**
- **JSON Parsing:**
The `await data.json()` expression is used to wait for the resolution of the Promise returned by `data.json()`. It parses the JSON data from the response body, converting it into a JavaScript object.
#### **Example:**
Consider a typical scenario where you fetch JSON data from an API using the `fetch` API and then parse the response using `await data.json()`.
```javascript
// Async function to fetch and parse JSON data
async function fetchData() {
try {
// Fetching JSON data from an API
const response = await fetch('https://api.example.com/data');
// Checking if the request was successful (status code 200)
if (!response.ok) {
throw new Error(`Error: ${response.status}`);
}
// Parsing the JSON data from the response
const json = await response.json();
// Further processing with the parsed JSON data
console.log(json);
} catch (error) {
console.error('Error fetching data:', error);
}
}
// Calling the async function
fetchData();
```
In this example, `await response.json()` is used to asynchronously wait for the JSON parsing of the response. Once resolved, the `json` variable contains the JavaScript object representation of the fetched JSON data, allowing for further processing or display in the application.
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### 1. What are various ways to add images into our App? Explain with code examples.
### Adding Images to Your React App
There are various ways to add images to a React app, and the choice depends on the specific use case and requirements of the application.
#### **1. Importing Images in JavaScript/JSX:**
You can import images directly into your JavaScript or JSX files using the `import` statement. This is useful for small images or icons.
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import myImage from './images/myImage.jpg';
const ImageComponent = () => {
return 
;
};
export default ImageComponent;
```
#### **2. Using Public Folder:**
You can place your images in the `public` folder of your React app and reference them directly. This is suitable for larger images or assets.
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const ImageComponent = () => {
return 
;
};
export default ImageComponent;
```
**Note:** Ensure that your images are placed in the public folder, and the paths are relative to the public folder.
#### **3. Image Components from External Libraries:**
You can use third-party libraries to handle images, especially in scenarios where you need advanced features like lazy loading or image optimization.
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import { LazyLoadImage } from 'react-lazy-load-image-component';
import 'react-lazy-load-image-component/src/effects/blur.css';
const ImageComponent = () => {
return ;
};
export default ImageComponent;
```
**Note:** Install the `react-lazy-load-image-component` library using `npm install react-lazy-load-image-component`.
Choose the method that best fits your application's needs and structure.
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### 2. What would happen if we do console.log(useState())?
### `console.log(useState())` in React
When you use `console.log(useState())` directly in a functional component, it can lead to unexpected behavior. The `useState()` function from React returns an array with two elements: the current state value and a function to update the state. Logging the result directly could expose the internal implementation details of React and potentially mislead developers.
#### **Why Avoid `console.log(useState())`:**
- **Logging Implementation Details:**
- The logged value includes the current state and the updater function. However, relying on the exact structure of the logged value is discouraged, as React may change its internal implementation in future releases.
#### **Example:**
Using `console.log(useState())` directly:
```jsx
import React, { useState } from 'react';
const MyComponent = () => {
console.log(useState()); // Avoid doing this directly in your components
const [count, setCount] = useState(0);
const handleClick = () => {
setCount(count + 1);
};
return (
Count: {count}
Increment
);
};
export default MyComponent;
```
In this example, the `console.log(useState())` is used directly in the component. While it might log the initial state and updater function, relying on this for any logic is discouraged. Developers should use the returned array elements (`const [state, setState] = useState(initialState)`) to manage state in a reliable and supported manner.
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### 3. How will useEffect behave if we don’t add a dependency array?
### `useEffect` without Dependency Array in React
When you use `useEffect` without a dependency array, the effect will run after every render of the component. This can lead to undesired behavior, such as unnecessary repetitive executions of the effect or potential performance issues.
#### **Why Avoid an Empty Dependency Array:**
- **Repeated Executions:**
- Without a dependency array, the effect will run on every render, leading to repeated executions. This may not be efficient, especially for operations that don't need to be performed on every render.
#### **Example:**
Using `useEffect` without a dependency array:
```jsx
import React, { useEffect, useState } from 'react';
const MyComponent = () => {
const [count, setCount] = useState(0);
useEffect(() => {
console.log('Effect executed on every render');
// Some effect logic that runs on every render
});
const handleClick = () => {
setCount(count + 1);
};
return (
Count: {count}
Increment
);
};
export default MyComponent;
```
In this example, the `useEffect` is used without a dependency array. As a result, the effect will run after every render, even if the state or props haven't changed. It's generally recommended to include dependencies in the array to control when the effect should be executed.
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### 4. What is SPA?
### Single Page Application (SPA)
A Single Page Application (SPA) is a web application or website that interacts with the user by dynamically rewriting the current page rather than loading entire new pages from the server. SPAs provide a smoother and more responsive user experience by loading only the necessary resources and updating the content dynamically, typically using JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.
#### **Key Characteristics of SPAs:**
- **Dynamic Content Loading:**
- SPAs load content dynamically as users interact with the application. Instead of full page reloads, only the necessary data is fetched and rendered.
- **Smooth User Experience:**
- SPAs provide a more seamless user experience by eliminating page reloads. Transitions between views are smoother, and the application feels more like a desktop application.
- **Client-Side Routing:**
- SPAs often use client-side routing to manage navigation within the application. The URL changes without triggering a full page reload.
#### **Example:**
A simple React SPA using `react-router-dom` for client-side routing:
```jsx
// App.js
import React from 'react';
import { BrowserRouter as Router, Route, Switch } from 'react-router-dom';
import Home from './components/Home';
import About from './components/About';
import Contact from './components/Contact';
const App = () => {
return (
);
};
export default App;
```
In this example, the React application uses client-side routing to navigate between different views (Home, About, Contact) without triggering full page reloads. This is a characteristic feature of SPAs.
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### 5. What is the difference between Client Side Routing and Server Side Routing?
#### Client-Side Routing vs. Server-Side Routing
Client-side routing and server-side routing are two approaches to managing navigation and handling requests in web applications. The key difference lies in where the routing logic is executed.
#### **Client-Side Routing:**
- In client-side routing, the routing logic is handled on the client (browser) using JavaScript. The entire application is loaded initially, and subsequent navigation is managed without full page reloads. This results in a more seamless and responsive user experience.
#### **Server-Side Routing:**
- In server-side routing, the routing logic is handled on the server. Each navigation request triggers a server request, and the server responds by generating and sending a new HTML page. This approach can lead to full page reloads, and the server is responsible for rendering the entire page.
#### **Key Differences:**
- **Page Reloads:**
- **Client-Side Routing:** Does not trigger full page reloads after the initial load.
- **Server-Side Routing:** Often involves full page reloads with each navigation.
- **Responsiveness:**
- **Client-Side Routing:** Provides a more responsive and seamless user experience.
- **Server-Side Routing:** May result in slower perceived responsiveness due to full page reloads.
#### **Example:**
A simple comparison between client-side and server-side routing using React and Express:
##### Client-Side Routing (React):
```jsx
// App.js
import React from 'react';
import { BrowserRouter as Router, Route, Switch } from 'react-router-dom';
import Home from './components/Home';
import About from './components/About';
import Contact from './components/Contact';
const App = () => {
return (
);
};
export default App;
```
##### Client-Side Routing (React):
```jsx
// server.js
const express = require('express');
const app = express();
app.get('/', (req, res) => {
res.send('Home Page');
});
app.get('/about', (req, res) => {
res.send('About Page');
});
app.get('/contact', (req, res) => {
res.send('Contact Page');
});
const PORT = 3000;
app.listen(PORT, () => {
console.log(`Server is running on port ${PORT}`);
});
```
In the client-side routing example, React handles navigation without triggering full page reloads. In the server-side routing example, Express responds to each route with a full HTML page reload.
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### 1. How do you create Nested Routes in react-router-dom configuration?
### Creating Nested Routes with `react-router-dom`
Nested routes in `react-router-dom` allow you to structure your application's routes hierarchically. This is useful for organizing complex UIs, especially when dealing with layouts containing multiple sections. Nested routes are defined within the parent component's route configuration.
#### **Example:**
Assuming a file structure like this:
```plaintext
src
|-- components
| |-- Layout.js
| |-- Dashboard.js
| |-- Profile.js
|-- App.js
```
#### **1. `App.js`: Define Parent Route**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import { BrowserRouter as Router, Route, Switch } from 'react-router-dom';
import Layout from './components/Layout';
const App = () => {
return (
);
};
export default App;
```
#### **`Layout.js`: Define Parent Component with Nested Routes**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import { Route, Switch } from 'react-router-dom';
import Dashboard from './Dashboard';
import Profile from './Profile';
const Layout = () => {
return (
Main Layout
);
};
export default Layout;
```
#### **`Dashboard.js` and `Profile.js`: Nested Route Components**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const Dashboard = () => {
return
Dashboard Content;
};
export default Dashboard;
```
```jsx
import React from 'react';
const Profile = () => {
return
Profile Content;
};
export default Profile;
```
In this example, `Layout` is the parent component with two nested routes (`Dashboard` and `Profile`). The parent route in `App.js` renders the `Layout` component. Accessing `/dashboard` or `/profile` will render the respective nested components within the `Layout`.
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### 2. Read about createHashRouter and createMemoryRouter from React Router docs.
### Using `createHashRouter` and `createMemoryRouter` in React Router
`createHashRouter` and `createMemoryRouter` are utility functions provided by `react-router-dom` for creating routers with specific behaviors. `createHashRouter` is commonly used for client-side routing with hash fragments, while `createMemoryRouter` is useful for testing and scenarios where you don't need to synchronize the URL with the browser's address bar.
#### **Example:**
Let's explore how to use both routers in different scenarios.
#### **1. **`createHashRouter`: Client-Side Routing with Hash Fragments**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import { createHashHistory } from 'history';
import { createHashRouter, Route, Link } from 'react-router-dom';
const hashHistory = createHashHistory();
const HashRouter = createHashRouter({ history: hashHistory });
const Home = () =>
Home Page;
const About = () => About Page;
const App = () => {
return (
Home
About
);
};
export default App;
```
#### **2. **`createMemoryRouter`: In-Memory Routing for Testing**
```jsx
import React from 'react';
import { createMemoryHistory } from 'history';
import { createMemoryRouter, Route, Link } from 'react-router-dom';
const memoryHistory = createMemoryHistory();
const MemoryRouter = createMemoryRouter({ history: memoryHistory });
const Home = () =>
Home Page;
const About = () => About Page;
const App = () => {
return (
Home
About
);
};
export default App;
```
In these examples, `createHashRouter` is used for client-side routing with hash fragments, while `createMemoryRouter` is used for in-memory routing, often employed in testing scenarios.
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### 3. What is the order of life cycle method calls in Class Based Components?
#### Lifecycle Methods Order in Class Based Components
In React class-based components, lifecycle methods are invoked at different stages of a component's existence. Here is the order in which these methods are called:
#### **1. `constructor()`**
- The `constructor` method is called when a component is being initialized. It's used for setting up initial state and binding methods.
#### **2. `static getDerivedStateFromProps(props, state)`**
- This static method is called before every render, allowing the component to update its state based on changes in props.
#### **3. `render()`**
- The `render` method is responsible for returning the React elements that represent the component's UI.
#### **4. `componentDidMount()`**
- This method is invoked after the component has been rendered to the DOM. It's often used for initiating network requests or modifying the DOM.
#### **5. `shouldComponentUpdate(nextProps, nextState)`**
- The `shouldComponentUpdate` method is called before rendering, allowing the component to decide whether to re-render based on changes in props or state. It can be used for performance optimization.
#### **6. `render()`**
- The `render` method is called again if the component decided to update in the previous step.
#### **7. `getSnapshotBeforeUpdate(prevProps, prevState)`**
- This method is called right before the most recently rendered output is committed to the DOM. It enables the component to capture information from the DOM, such as scroll position, before potential changes.
#### **8. `componentDidUpdate(prevProps, prevState, snapshot)`**
- Invoked after the component's updates are flushed to the DOM. It's useful for performing side effects, such as making network requests based on changes.
#### **9.`componentWillUnmount()`**
- This method is called just before the component is removed from the DOM. It's used for cleanup operations, such as canceling network requests or clearing up subscriptions.
#### **10.`static getDerivedStateFromError(error)`**
- This static method is called if there's an error during rendering. It allows the component to update its state based on the error.
#### **11.`componentDidCatch(error, info)`**
- Invoked after an error has been thrown during rendering. It's used for logging errors or displaying a fallback UI.
These lifecycle methods provide developers with hooks to manage the different phases of a component's lifecycle.
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### 4. Why do we use componentDidMount?
#### Using `componentDidMount` in Class-Based Components
`componentDidMount` is a lifecycle method in React class-based components that is invoked after the component has been rendered to the DOM. It is commonly used for performing tasks that require interaction with the DOM or initiating asynchronous operations, such as data fetching.
#### **Why Use `componentDidMount`:**
- **DOM Manipulation:**
- It's the ideal place to perform tasks that involve direct interaction with the DOM, as the component has been successfully rendered at this point.
- **Data Fetching:**
- It's often used for initiating network requests to fetch data needed for the component's functionality. This helps ensure that data is loaded after the component is mounted.
- **Subscription Setup:**
- If the component needs to subscribe to external data sources or events, `componentDidMount` is a suitable place to set up these subscriptions.
#### **Example:**
Assuming a class-based component that fetches data using `componentDidMount`:
```jsx
import React, { Component } from 'react';
class DataFetchingComponent extends Component {
constructor(props) {
super(props);
this.state = {
data: null,
loading: true,
};
}
componentDidMount() {
// Simulating a network request with setTimeout
setTimeout(() => {
// Fetching data and updating the state
this.setState({
data: 'Fetched data!',
loading: false,
});
}, 1000);
}
render() {
const { data, loading } = this.state;
return (
{loading ? (
Loading...
) : (
Data: {data}
)}
);
}
}
export default DataFetchingComponent;
```
In this example, the `componentDidMount` method is used to simulate a network request with a `setTimeout`. This is a common pattern for fetching data when the component is first mounted. Once the data is fetched, the component's state is updated, triggering a re-render with the updated data.
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### 5. Why do we use componentWillUnmount? Show with example
### Using `componentWillUnmount` in Class-Based Components
`componentWillUnmount` is a lifecycle method in React class-based components that is invoked just before the component is removed from the DOM. It is commonly used for cleanup operations, such as canceling network requests, clearing up subscriptions, or disposing of resources to avoid memory leaks.
#### **Why Use `componentWillUnmount`:**
- **Cleanup Operations:**
- It provides an opportunity to perform necessary cleanup before the component is unmounted, preventing potential memory leaks or issues related to lingering asynchronous operations.
- **Subscription Cleanup:**
- If the component has subscribed to external data sources or events (e.g., through `addEventListener`), `componentWillUnmount` is an appropriate place to remove these subscriptions.
- **Clearing Timers or Intervals:**
- If the component set up any timers or intervals using `setTimeout` or `setInterval`, `componentWillUnmount` ensures they are cleared to avoid unexpected behavior.
#### **Example:**
Assuming a class-based component that sets up a timer and cleans it up in `componentWillUnmount`:
```jsx
import React, { Component } from 'react';
class TimerComponent extends Component {
constructor(props) {
super(props);
this.state = {
timerValue: 0,
};
this.timerID = null;
}
componentDidMount() {
// Setting up a timer with setInterval
this.timerID = setInterval(() => {
this.setState((prevState) => ({
timerValue: prevState.timerValue + 1,
}));
}, 1000);
}
componentWillUnmount() {
// Clearing the timer to prevent memory leaks
clearInterval(this.timerID);
}
render() {
return (
Timer Value: {this.state.timerValue}
);
}
}
export default TimerComponent;
```
In this example, the `componentDidMount` method sets up a timer using `setInterval`, and the `componentWillUnmount` method ensures that the timer is cleared when the component is about to be unmounted. This prevents the timer from continuing to run after the component is no longer in the DOM.
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### 6. Why do we use super(props) in constructor? (Research)
#### Using `super(props)` in Constructor
In class-based components in React, the `super(props)` call in the constructor is used to invoke the constructor of the parent class (`Component` in most cases). It is necessary to ensure that the component properly inherits from the `Component` class and initializes its state and other properties correctly.
#### **Why Use `super(props)`:**
- **Initializing Component State:**
- It allows the component to properly initialize its state by calling the constructor of the parent class and ensuring that the state is set up correctly.
- **Accessing `this.props`:**
- It ensures that `this.props` is correctly set up, allowing the component to access and utilize the props passed to it.
#### **Example:**
A basic example demonstrating the use of `super(props)` in a class-based component:
```jsx
import React, { Component } from 'react';
class MyComponent extends Component {
constructor(props) {
super(props); // Necessary to properly initialize the component
// Initializing state
this.state = {
message: 'Hello, React!',
};
}
render() {
return (
{this.state.message}
Passed Prop: {this.props.passedProp}
);
}
}
export default MyComponent;
```
In this example, `super(props)` is called in the constructor of `MyComponent` before initializing its state. This ensures that the component correctly inherits from `Component` and allows proper access to the passed props via `this.props`. It's a necessary step in the construction of class-based components in React.
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### 7. Why can’t we have the callback function of useEffect async? (Research)
#### Asynchronous Callback Functions in `useEffect`
In React's `useEffect` hook, the callback function passed to it cannot be declared as `async` directly. This is because `useEffect` expects either a synchronous function or a cleanup function that returns nothing or a function that returns a cleanup function. An asynchronous function (one declared with `async`) returns a Promise, which is not compatible with the expected behavior of `useEffect`.
#### **Why Can't `useEffect` Callback be Async:**
- **Promise Return:**
- An asynchronous function implicitly returns a Promise. `useEffect` does not handle Promises directly, and attempting to return a Promise from the callback can lead to unexpected behavior.
#### **Example:**
Attempting to use an async callback in `useEffect`:
```jsx
import React, { useEffect } from 'react';
const MyComponent = () => {
useEffect(async () => {
// This will not work as expected
// Async functions return a Promise, not a cleanup function
// Avoid using async directly in useEffect
const result = await fetchData();
console.log(result);
}, []);
return
My Component;
};
export default MyComponent;
```
In this example, using `async` directly in the `useEffect` callback is problematic because the Promise returned by the async function is not treated as a cleanup function. To handle asynchronous operations in `useEffect`, you can use a separate helper function or the `useEffect` cleanup mechanism itself.
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### 1. When and why do we need lazy()?
#### **When to Use `lazy()`:**
- **Scenario:** The `lazy()` function in React is used for code-splitting, specifically to load components lazily, i.e., only when they are needed.
- **Why:** It helps improve the initial loading time of your application by splitting the JavaScript bundle into smaller chunks. Components wrapped with `lazy()` are loaded asynchronously, reducing the amount of code a user needs to download initially.
#### **Example:**
```jsx
import React, { lazy, Suspense } from 'react';
const LazyComponent = lazy(() => import('./LazyComponent'));
const App = () => (
Loading...
}>
);
export default App;
```
In this example, `LazyComponent` will be loaded only when it's actually rendered in the application. The `fallback` prop in `Suspense` is optional but provides a UI during the loading process.
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### 2. What is suspense?
React Suspense is a feature that enables components to suspend rendering while waiting for some asynchronous operation to complete, such as data fetching or lazy-loading components. It allows developers to create a better user experience by handling loading states more gracefully.
#### **Key Points:**
- **Usage:** Implemented using the `` component.
- **Fallback:** Provides a fallback UI to be displayed while the suspended component is loading.
- **Error Boundary:** Can be combined with error boundaries to gracefully handle errors during asynchronous operations.
- **Example:**
```jsx
import React, { Suspense } from 'react';
const LazyComponent = React.lazy(() => import('./LazyComponent'));
const App = () => (
Loading...}>
);
export default App;
```
In this example, the `` component is used to wrap the lazy-loaded `LazyComponent`. While `LazyComponent` is loading, the fallback UI (in this case, the text "Loading...") will be displayed.
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### 3. Why do we get this error: “A component suspended while responding to synchronous input. This will cause the UI to be replaced with a loading indicator. To fix, updates that suspend should be wrapped with startTransition”? How does suspense fix this error?
#### **Error Scenario:**
- **Error Message:** "A component suspended while responding to synchronous input. This will cause the UI to be replaced with a loading indicator."
- **Cause:** This error occurs when a component attempts to suspend (e.g., during data fetching or lazy-loading) while it's in the middle of rendering a synchronous update. This can result in a loading state being displayed to the user unexpectedly.
#### **How Suspense Fixes This Error:**
- **Usage of `startTransition()`:** The error suggests wrapping updates that suspend with the `startTransition` function. This function is part of the `useTransition` hook in React and allows you to mark certain updates as transitions, preventing the error scenario described above.
- **Example:**
```jsx
import React, { startTransition, useTransition } from 'react';
const MyComponent = () => {
const [isPending, startTransition] = useTransition();
const handleClick = () => {
startTransition(() => {
// Code that may suspend goes here
});
};
return (
{isPending ? 'Loading...' : 'Click Me'}
);
};
```
In this example, the `startTransition` function is used to wrap the code that may suspend (e.g., data fetching). It allows for smoother user experiences by indicating to React that the upcoming update is a transition, preventing the UI from being replaced with a loading indicator due to synchronous input.
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### 4. Advantages and disadvantages of using this code splitting pattern?
#### Code Splitting in React: Advantages and Disadvantages
#### **Advantages:**
1. **Improved Initial Loading Time:**
- Code splitting helps reduce the initial bundle size by loading only the essential code required for the initial render. This results in faster loading times for users.
2. **Better Performance:**
- Smaller bundles lead to improved performance as less JavaScript needs to be parsed, compiled, and executed by the browser. This can lead to faster page loads and better user experiences.
3. **Efficient Resource Utilization:**
- Components or features that are not immediately needed by the user are loaded asynchronously when requested, optimizing resource utilization and minimizing unnecessary downloads.
4. **Simplified Maintenance:**
- Code splitting allows for more modular and maintainable code. Each feature or component can be developed and maintained independently, making the codebase easier to understand and update.
#### **Disadvantages:**
1. **Complexity in Setup:**
- Implementing code splitting can introduce complexity to the project setup, especially for those not familiar with the process. This may require additional configuration and tooling.
2. **Potential for Loading Delays:**
- While code splitting aims to improve performance, it may introduce loading delays when a user navigates to a section of the application that requires code to be fetched and executed on-the-fly.
3. **Granularity Challenges:**
- Deciding on the granularity of code splitting (i.e., how fine-grained the splitting should be) can be challenging. Too much splitting may result in many small files, each requiring separate requests, while too little splitting may not provide optimal performance benefits.
4. **Tooling Dependency:**
- Code splitting often relies on build tools and bundlers, and the effectiveness depends on the support and features provided by these tools. Changes in the tooling landscape may impact the code splitting strategy.
It's essential to carefully consider the trade-offs and project requirements when deciding whether to implement code splitting in a React application.
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### 5. When do we need suspense and why?
#### Using React Suspense: When and Why
#### **When to Use React Suspense:**
- **Asynchronous Operations:**
- React Suspense is particularly useful when dealing with asynchronous operations, such as data fetching or lazy-loading components. It allows components to suspend rendering until the asynchronous operation is completed.
- **Loading States:**
- When you want to provide a better user experience by displaying loading states or fallback UIs during asynchronous operations, React Suspense can help manage and handle these loading scenarios more elegantly.
#### **Why Use React Suspense:**
- **Improved User Experience:**
- React Suspense significantly improves the user experience by preventing the UI from freezing or displaying unexpected loading indicators during asynchronous operations. It allows for a smoother transition between different states of your application.
- **Simplified Code:**
- Suspense simplifies code by centralizing the handling of loading states. Rather than scattering loading logic across multiple components, Suspense allows you to encapsulate and manage loading behaviors in a more organized and centralized manner.
- **Error Handling:**
- React Suspense integrates well with error boundaries, allowing you to gracefully handle errors during asynchronous operations. This makes it easier to communicate errors to users and log relevant information for developers.
- **Code Splitting:**
- Suspense is often used in conjunction with code splitting to achieve optimal performance by loading components lazily. This combination allows for a more efficient use of resources, reducing the initial load time of the application.
Using React Suspense is beneficial in scenarios where asynchronous operations are a fundamental part of the application, providing a cleaner and more responsive user interface.
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## Episode 10 - Jo dikhta hai vo bikta hai (ANSWERS)
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### 1. Explore all the ways of writing CSS.
#### 1. **Inline CSS:**
- **Syntax:** Applied directly within the HTML element using the `style` attribute.
- **Example:**
```html
Inline-styled paragraph.
```
#### 2. **Internal/Embedded CSS:**
- **Syntax:** Defined within the `` tag in the HTML document's head.
- **Example:**
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<style>
p {
color: green;
font-size: 18px;
}
Paragraph with internal styles.
Paragraph with external styles.
Paragraph with Tailwind CSS styling.