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Date Published
Author
Gigi Sayfan
Word count
5330
Language
-
Hacker News points
None

Summary

This comprehensive React tutorial provides an in-depth exploration of various data fetching techniques available for React applications, updated with modern strategies as of August 2022. It covers basic concepts such as what data fetching is and how to display data, and delves into specific methods including Fetch API, Axios, async/await, and GraphQL. The tutorial also discusses advanced concepts like higher-order components, render props, and React Hooks, emphasizing the transition from class-based components to functional components with Hooks for more efficient data handling. It highlights the importance of caching libraries such as React SWR and TanStack Query to enhance data fetching efficiency and user experience. Additionally, the tutorial touches on Concurrent Mode and React Suspense, presenting them as tools to improve React app responsiveness by managing asynchronous operations effectively. Throughout, the tutorial uses code examples, including building a simple data fetching app with JSONPlaceholder, to solidify understanding and application of these methods in real-world scenarios.