React useMemo vs. useCallback : A pragmatic guide

In an updated guide on React's useMemo and useCallback, Shalitha Suranga outlines how these React Hooks help optimize performance in single-page applications by reducing unnecessary re-renders and caching costly operations. The article explains that while React.memo() helps avoid recreating DOM elements, useMemo and useCallback are specifically designed to cache values and function references, respectively, thus enhancing rendering efficiency in scenarios involving large data sets or shared component behavior. The guide provides practical examples of how to implement these Hooks, illustrating their effectiveness in improving application performance by maintaining referential equality and minimizing excessive processing. However, it cautions against overuse, as excessive wrapping of functions can lead to added complexity and memory-related issues, emphasizing that while these Hooks are powerful, they are not substitutes for well-written React codebases.