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React Foundations & Core Frontend Development

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React Foundations & Core Frontend Development

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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1 week to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Build dynamic React applications using components, props, JSX, and efficient rendering techniques for scalable UI development.

  • Master state management using useState, useEffect, Context API, and Redux Toolkit for handling complex application data flows.

  • Implement advanced event handling, form management, and lifecycle optimization for responsive and interactive user experiences.

  • Develop production-ready apps with routing, API handling, and modern frameworks like Next.js and Remix for real-world deployment.

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There are 9 modules in this course

In this module, we will dive into the foundational aspects of React, including its history and significant milestones. You'll learn how to set up a React project using multiple frameworks such as React 19, TypeScript, NextJS, and Remix. This section also covers essential project structuring and environment setup for building efficient React applications.

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13 videos2 readings

In this module, we will explore the fundamental concepts of React, focusing on the creation and dynamic rendering of components. You’ll also learn about props, conditional rendering, and how to efficiently work with arrays and objects within your React components. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of how to build reusable and dynamic components in React.

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29 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on managing state within your React components using hooks like useState(). You’ll learn how state affects rendering and how to effectively update state in both simple and complex scenarios, including arrays and objects. This section will also cover advanced techniques like functional updates to improve performance and avoid unnecessary re-renders.

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17 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will take a deep dive into React’s event handling system, covering everything from basic click events to more advanced interactions with forms and input elements. You’ll also learn about event propagation, the concept of stopping event bubbling, and how to manage form inputs effectively to create responsive applications.

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33 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will apply your state management skills to build a practical e-commerce application. You’ll work with real-world functionality such as adding, editing, and deleting products, while utilizing Tailwind CSS for styling. This section will teach you how to manage complex state and use conditional rendering to enhance the user experience.

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14 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the life cycle of React components and how to manage side effects with the useEffect() hook. You’ll learn how to fetch data, handle DOM manipulation, and clean up side effects effectively. This section also covers optimization techniques using the dependency array and introduces useLayoutEffect() for managing layout-related side effects.

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16 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will teach you how to integrate React Router into your application, enabling smooth navigation between pages. You’ll learn how to configure routes, manage nested routes, and pass data to child components. By the end, you'll be able to implement complex routing scenarios, including dynamic routing and programmatic navigation, to create dynamic and user-friendly SPAs.

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31 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the Context API and how it helps eliminate prop drilling by managing global state. You’ll learn how to use the useContext() hook to access and manipulate global state within your components. This section will also show you how to set up nested context providers to manage different state pieces in large applications.

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12 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will delve into Redux and Redux Toolkit (RTK) for advanced global state management in React applications. You will learn how to create slices, configure the Redux store, and dispatch actions to modify state efficiently. This section will also demonstrate how to integrate Redux with React Router to create a dynamic, state-driven application.

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15 videos1 reading3 assignments

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