An introduction to Wouter: A React Router alternative

The JavaScript ecosystem remains dynamic, with the community continually addressing emerging issues. While React Router is often misconceived as Facebook's official routing solution, many of its projects do not actually use it. An alternative, Wouter, is highlighted as a lightweight, zero-dependency routing library compatible with React and Preact, offering a minimalistic approach suitable for small apps. Wouter operates with a hook-based API, providing developers with more control over routing without the extensive boilerplate of React Router. The guide outlines Wouter's components, including <Route>, <Link>, and <Switch>, and discusses its functionality for both client-side and server-side rendering. Despite its advantages in simplicity and size, Wouter is not a full replacement for React Router due to its limited feature set, making it more appropriate for smaller projects rather than complex enterprise applications. The text also suggests Wouter as an educational tool for understanding React Hooks and creating open-source libraries.