In a project, absolute imports can simplify code organization and reduce maintenance by allowing developers to alias certain folders to a name, making it easier to update files without having to change import statements across the entire project. A jsconfig.json file is used to define these aliases, which can then be used in import statements, such as importing a component from `@components/*` or a button from `@buttons/Button`. By using absolute imports, developers can easily update their code organization and reduce the risk of breaking changes when rearranging folders. This feature is particularly useful for large projects with many interconnected components.