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Introduction to React.

js
React.js is a powerful JavaScript library used to create interactive and
dynamic user interfaces. It enables developers to build complex applications
with ease and is a popular choice for both beginners and seasoned web
developers.
by Curious Coder (CodeWithCurious.com)
Key Features of React.js
Virtual DOM Reusable Components
React uses a Virtual DOM, a lightweight replica Components in React enable developers to
of the browser's DOM, which enables fast and create reusable interfaces, which can be easily
efficient rendering. modified and reused throughout the
application.

Unidirectional Data flow JSX Syntax


React features a unidirectional data flow, which React uses JSX - JavaScript syntax extension,
makes it easier to debug and understand the which enables the creation of component
application’s data flow. hierarchies in a readable and streamlined way.
How React.js Compares to Other
Frameworks
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React.js vs Angular React.js vs Vue.js React.js vs jQuery


While both frameworks are Both frameworks are popular but React.js is a full-fledged front-end
popular, Angular is based on a Vue.js is considered easier to library, whereas jQuery is a
MVC pattern while React.js uses learn and use, making it a good JavaScript library that focuses on
an MVVM pattern. React tends to choice for small to medium-sized DOM manipulation and event
be more flexible and easier to applications. However, React is handling. React.js is ideal for
learn thanks to its component- more popular and is often building complex single-page
based approach. preferred for large-scale applications, while jQuery is better
applications. suited for smaller websites.
Using Components in
React.js
1 Class Components 2 Functional
These components are Components
JavaScript Classes that These components are
extends React Component simpler and more lightweight
and have their own state and since they don't have state
lifecycle methods. and lifecycle methods. They
only take in props as
parameters and render the
component.
React.js Lifecycle Methods
1 constructor()
This is the first method that is called
render() 2 when a component is created, and it's
used for initializing state and binding
The render method is called each time a event listeners.
component is updated, it’s the main
method that uses JSX to create your
components. 3 componentDidMount()
This method is called after the
component is mounted and can be used
to execute AJAX calls, modifications to
state or any other setup that requires
changes to the DOM.
How to Get Started with React.js
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Install Node.js, which comes Create a new project using Start building your application,
with npm, the package manager create-react-app, the official by creating components,
for JavaScript libraries such as command-line tool for creating handling state, and adding
React.js. React.js applications. other libraries or resources if
needed.
Conclusion
React.js is a powerful and popular front-end library that enables developers
to build complex web applications with ease. Its component-based
architecture, unidirectional data flow, and JSX syntax make it a top choice
for both beginners and seasoned developers.

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