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React Basics

1. What is React?

React is a JavaScript library for building user interfaces, particularly for single-page applications. It allows developers to create large web applications that can change data without reloading the page.

2. Components

Components are the building blocks of any React application. They can be classified into:

  • Class Components
  • Functional Components

Example of a functional component:

const MyComponent = () => {
                return 

Hello, World!

; };

3. JSX

JSX (JavaScript XML) is a syntax extension for JavaScript that looks similar to XML or HTML. It is used to describe what the UI should look like.

Example of JSX:

const element = <h1>Hello, World!</h1>;

4. Props and State

Props (short for properties) are used to pass data from one component to another. State is a built-in object that holds the component's dynamic data and determines how that component renders and behaves.

Example of using props:

const Greeting = (props) => {
                return <h1>Hello, {props.name}</h1>;
            };

5. Lifecycle Methods

Lifecycle methods are hooks that allow you to run code at specific points in a component's life. They include:

  • componentDidMount
  • componentDidUpdate
  • componentWillUnmount

6. React Hooks

Hooks are functions that let you use state and other React features without writing a class. The most commonly used hooks are:

  • useState
  • useEffect

Example of useState:

const [count, setCount] = useState(0);

Example of useEffect:

useEffect(() => {
                document.title = \`Count: ${count}\`;
            }, [count]);

7. FAQ

What are the benefits of using React?

React provides a virtual DOM for better performance, reusable components, and a large ecosystem of libraries and tools.

Is React a framework or a library?

React is a library for building user interfaces, not a full-fledged framework.

Can I use React with other libraries?

Yes, React can be integrated with other libraries or frameworks, such as Redux for state management or React Router for routing.