6.1. Introduction to Event Handling

Introduction In this section, we’ll explore the Introduction to Event Handling in JavaScript. Event handling is essential for creating interactive web pages that respond to user actions. Let’s get started with our friendly characters, Geek and Gal, to learn more! Are you ready to learn about event handling in JavaScript? Definitely! I want to make my web pages more interactive. Great! Event handling is all about managing user actions, like clicks, mouse movements, or keyboard inputs....

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6.2. Handling Events in Class Components

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about Handling Events in Class Components in React. React is a popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces. Class components are one way to create components in React, and handling events in them is an essential skill. Let’s dive into it with the help of our friendly characters, Geek and Gal! Do you know about class components in React? I've heard of them, but I'm not too familiar....

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6.3. Handling Events in Functional Components

Introduction In this section, we will learn about Handling Events in Functional Components in React. React is a popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces. Functional components are an alternative to class components, and handling events in them is an essential skill. Let’s explore this with the help of our friendly characters, Geek and Gal! You know about functional components in React, right? I've heard of them, but I'm not too familiar....

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7. Conditional Rendering

Introduction Today, we’re going to explore Conditional Rendering in React. Conditional rendering allows us to display different content based on certain conditions. Let’s dive into this topic with the help of our friendly characters, Geek and Gal! Have you ever needed to display different content based on a condition in your React app? I think so. Can you explain more about conditional rendering? Sure! Conditional rendering in React is when we display content based on a specific condition....

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7.1. If-Else in JSX

Introduction In this section, we’ll dive into the If-Else in JSX for conditional rendering in React. We’ll explore how to use if-else statements inside JSX to create dynamic UIs. Let’s learn from Geek and Gal’s conversation! You know, sometimes you might want to use if-else statements in JSX for conditional rendering. Oh, interesting. How does that work? Well, you can't directly use if-else statements within JSX. However, there's a simple workaround using Immediately Invoked Function Expressions (IIFE)....

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7.2. Ternary Operator

Introduction In this section, we’ll explore the Ternary Operator for conditional rendering in React. The ternary operator is a concise and elegant way to handle conditional rendering. Let’s follow Geek and Gal’s conversation to learn more! Another way to achieve conditional rendering in React is by using the ternary operator. How does the ternary operator work? The ternary operator is a shorthand for an if-else statement. It's written as condition ?...

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7.3. Using && for Conditional Rendering

Introduction In this section, we will learn about using the && operator for conditional rendering in React. The && operator is a convenient way to handle conditional rendering when you only need to render something based on a single condition. Let’s dive into the conversation between Geek and Gal to understand it better! There's another method for conditional rendering in React, and it's using the && operator! How does the && operator work for conditional rendering?...

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8. Lists and Keys

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about Lists and Keys in React. Lists are essential for displaying multiple items on a page, and keys help React identify which items have changed, added, or removed. Let’s jump into the conversation between Geek and Gal to understand lists and keys better! In React, we often need to display a list of items, like a list of users or products. How do we create a list of items in React?...

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8.1. Rendering Lists

Introduction In this section, we’ll explore the Rendering Lists part of the Lists and Keys chapter in React. Rendering lists is crucial when displaying multiple items, like a list of users, products, or search results. Let’s join the conversation between Geek and Gal to learn more about rendering lists in React! When building a React app, you often need to display lists of items, like a list of movies or recipes!...

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8.2. Keys in Lists

Introduction In this section, we’ll explore Keys in Lists as part of the Lists and Keys chapter in React. Keys are crucial for helping React identify which items in a list have changed, been added, or removed. Let’s dive into the conversation between Geek and Gal to learn more about using keys in lists! When rendering lists in React, it's important to use unique keys for each item in the list!...

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8.3. Mapping Components

Introduction In this section, we’ll explore Mapping Components as part of the Lists and Keys chapter in React. Mapping components help you render lists of React components based on an array of data. Let’s dive into the conversation between Geek and Gal to learn more about mapping components! When you have a list of data, you can use the map() function to create a list of React components! How does that work?...

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9. Forms and Controlled Components

Introduction In this chapter, we’ll learn about Forms and Controlled Components in React. React allows you to create powerful and efficient forms using controlled components. Let’s dive into a conversation between Geek and Gal to understand how forms and controlled components work together! In React, forms work a bit differently. Instead of reading values from the DOM, you use controlled components to handle form data. What are controlled components? Controlled components are form elements where React manages the state, so their values are controlled by React!...

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9.1. Using Forms in React

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about Using Forms in React. We’ll focus on understanding how to create and manage forms in React using controlled components. Let’s jump into a conversation between Geek and Gal to explore the process of using forms in a React application! In React, forms are created using controlled components. This makes it easier to manage the data and validation of the form. How do we create a form in React?...

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9.2. Controlled Components

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about Controlled Components in React. Controlled components are a technique used in React to manage the state of form elements, ensuring that they stay in sync with the application state. Let’s dive into a conversation between Geek and Gal to better understand the concept of controlled components! Controlled components in React are a way to manage form elements by keeping their state in sync with the application state....

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9.3. Handling Form Submission

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about Handling Form Submission in React. Form submissions play a crucial role in gathering user input, so let’s dive into a conversation between Geek and Gal to better understand how to handle form submissions in React! Handling form submission in React is important to process user input effectively. How do we handle form submissions in React? In React, you handle form submissions by attaching an event handler to the form's onSubmit event....

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10. React Hooks

Introduction Today, we’re going to learn about React Hooks. Hooks are a way to use state and other React features in functional components, making them more powerful and easier to work with. Let’s dive into a conversation between Geek and Gal to explore React Hooks! React Hooks are a game-changer for functional components in React! How do Hooks work, and why are they important? Hooks let you use state and lifecycle features in functional components, making them more flexible and easier to maintain....

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10.1. Introduction to Hooks

Introduction In this section, we’ll learn about the Introduction to Hooks in React. Hooks are a powerful feature that allows you to use state and lifecycle methods in functional components. Let’s follow the conversation between Geek and Gal to understand the basics of Hooks. React Hooks are an amazing addition to React that let you use state and lifecycle methods in functional components! Sounds interesting! But why were Hooks introduced in the first place?...

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10.2. useState

Introduction In this section, we’ll dive into the useState Hook, a fundamental part of React Hooks. With useState, you can easily manage state in functional components. Follow along with Geek and Gal to learn more about it. The useState Hook is a super useful tool to manage state in functional components! That sounds cool! How does it work? It's super simple! useState returns a pair: the current state value and a function to update it....

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10.3. useEffect

Introduction Now it’s time to learn about the useEffect Hook in React! With useEffect, you can perform side effects, such as fetching data, manipulating the DOM, or setting up event listeners, in functional components. Join Geek and Gal in their journey to understand useEffect. The useEffect Hook is like a Swiss Army knife for managing side effects in functional components! Interesting! How does it work? Basically, useEffect runs when your component mounts, updates, or unmounts....

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10.4. useContext

Introduction It’s time to learn about useContext in React Hooks! The useContext Hook allows you to access the values of a context without using the traditional context consumers. Join Geek and Gal as they explore useContext together. The useContext Hook is super useful for accessing context values without wrapping your components in context consumers! Oh, that sounds handy! How do you use it? First, you'll need a context. You can create one using React....

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