The text explores various methods for sharing data between React components, such as using props, the Context API, and global state management solutions like Redux and MobX, along with a focus on Kea, a state management solution powered by Redux. It provides a detailed guide on setting up and using Kea in a React app, including the installation of necessary libraries, the creation of actions and reducers, and the implementation of listeners, sagas, and thunks for managing side effects. The article highlights the similarities between Kea and Redux, noting that Kea builds upon Redux's foundation while offering additional plugins for extended functionality. It includes examples of using Kea for state management in a React application, demonstrating how to perform actions, manage state updates, and run asynchronous operations. The piece concludes by emphasizing Kea as a viable alternative to Redux, with capabilities to incorporate sagas and thunks for complex state management needs.