React
React
fundamental concepts. Here’s an example of how you can create React notes using JSX (JavaScript
XML) and func onal components:
To get started with React, you typically need Node.js and npm (Node Package Manager) installed
on your machine. Here’s a basic setup guide assuming you have Node.js installed:
```bash
mkdir react-notes
cd react-notes
```
```bash
npx create-react-app .
```
This command sets up a new React project with all the necessary configura ons and
dependencies.
```bash
npm start
```
This command starts the development server and opens your React applica on in the browser.
### Step 2: Crea ng React Components
Once your React environment is set up, you can start crea ng React components. Here’s an
example of a simple React applica on with notes:
**App.js:**
```jsx
import './App.css';
func on App() {
return (
<div className="App">
<h1>React Notes</h1>
<div className="note">
</div>
<div className="note">
</div>
<div className="note">
<StateComponent />
</div>
</div>
);
func on PropsComponent(props) {
constructor(props) {
super(props);
this.state = {
count: 0
};
componentDidMount() {
componentDidUpdate() {
render() {
return (
<div>
<p>Count: {this.state.count}</p>
Click me
</bu on>
</div>
);
```
- The `App` component is the root component of the React applica on, which renders three
`note` divs.
- Each `note` div represents a separate note containing different concepts of React.
- Demonstrates a simple func onal component in React, which returns JSX (`<p>` element).
- Shows how to pass data (props) from a parent component (`App`) to a child component
(`PropsComponent`).
- `StateComponent` is a class component that manages its own state (`count`) and updates the
document tle based on the state changes.
- Styles can be added in the `App.css` file or inline styles within the components
(`className="note"`).
### Notes:
- **JSX**: JSX allows you to write HTML-like syntax in JavaScript, which gets transpiled to
JavaScript func on calls.
- **Func onal Components vs. Class Components**: React supports both func onal and class
components. Func onal components are simpler and recommended for most use cases unless you
need state or lifecycle methods.
- **State and Props**: Understanding how props and state work in React is crucial for building
dynamic and interac ve applica ons.
This example provides a founda onal understanding of crea ng React components and using
props, state, and lifecycle methods. It’s a star ng point for building more complex React
applica ons and understanding React’s component-based architecture.