⚛️ Understanding React Hooks
React Hooks revolutionized how we write React components by allowing the use of state and other features without writing class components.
🔍 What Are Hooks?
Hooks are functions that let you "hook into" React state and lifecycle features from function components. They enable you to use state and other React features without writing a class.
🛠️ Commonly Used Hooks
- useState: Allows you to add state to function components.
- useEffect: Lets you perform side effects in function components.
- useContext: Provides a way to pass data through the component tree without having to pass props down manually at every level.
⚠️ Rules of Hooks
- Only call Hooks at the top level. Don't call Hooks inside loops, conditions, or nested functions.
- Only call Hooks from React function components or custom Hooks.
💡 Best Practices
- Use multiple state variables for different values if they aren't related.
- Keep effects clean and avoid unnecessary dependencies.
- Create custom Hooks for reusable logic.
📘 Conclusion
React Hooks simplify the way we write components and manage state and side effects. Embracing Hooks leads to cleaner and more maintainable code.