Using Redux Toolkit’s createAsyncThunk

Redux, while adept at state management, does not inherently support asynchronous logic, which is why middleware like Redux Thunk is often employed to handle such tasks. Redux Toolkit simplifies this process by including Redux Thunk by default, allowing the use of the createAsyncThunk API to manage asynchronous operations before passing results to reducers. This API helps developers handle asynchronous tasks, such as fetching data from APIs, by defining promise lifecycle action types that manage the state of these operations. The article explains how to implement createAsyncThunk in Redux applications, detailing the use of parameters and error handling, and it emphasizes the importance of structuring code for clarity as applications grow. Additionally, it mentions tools like RTK Query for more efficient data fetching and caching, suggesting its use for developers familiar with similar libraries like React Query.