1. Introduction to React
Get up and running with React by understanding its core philosophy, the virtual DOM, and how to set up a modern development environment using Vite or Create React App.
- What is React and why it matters
- Setting up your development environment
- JSX syntax and expressions
- Understanding the virtual DOM
2. Component Architecture
Learn how to design and build scalable, reusable component trees that form the backbone of any React application.
- Functional vs. class components
- Props and component composition
- Component lifecycle and rendering
- Building a reusable component library
3. State Management with Hooks
Master React's built-in Hooks to manage local and shared state effectively, and understand when to reach for more advanced patterns.
- useState and useEffect in depth
- useContext for shared state
- useReducer for complex state logic
- Building custom hooks for reusability
4. React Router
Implement client-side navigation and build multi-page experiences using React Router v6, including nested routes and protected routes.
- Setting up React Router v6
- Dynamic and nested routes
- Navigation hooks: useNavigate and useParams
- Implementing protected and authenticated routes
5. API Integration
Connect your React applications to real-world data sources using REST APIs and modern data-fetching patterns.
- Fetching data with fetch and Axios
- Handling loading, error, and success states
- Using React Query for server state management
- Authentication flows with JWT and OAuth
6. Performance Optimization
Learn techniques to profile and optimize your React apps so they remain fast and responsive at scale.
- Memoization with React.memo, useMemo, and useCallback
- Code splitting and lazy loading with React.lazy
- Virtualization for large lists with react-window
- Profiling with React DevTools
7. Deploying React Apps
Take your application from local development to production with confidence, using modern hosting platforms and CI/CD pipelines.
- Building for production with Vite
- Deploying to Vercel, Netlify, and AWS
- Environment variables and secrets management
- Setting up CI/CD with GitHub Actions