Blog articles from Chris Minnick

Navigating between different views is a core aspect of almost any web application. In the world of React, react-router provides a powerful and declarative way to manage navigation and routing, allowing you to build single-page applications with seamless transitions and a rich user experience.

React JS is known for its speed and efficiency, but as your application grows in complexity, performance optimization becomes crucial. By implementing some key techniques, you can ensure your React app remains fast, responsive, and delivers a seamless user experience.

The useEffect hook is a cornerstone of React development, allowing you to manage side effects within functional components. Think of side effects as anything that goes beyond simply rendering UI — fetching data, updating the DOM directly, or setting timers. Mastering useEffect is crucial for building dynamic and interactive React applications.