What is React?
A popular tool for building user interfaces, created by Facebook, that makes complex UIs easier to manage
Why It Matters
React is used by millions of websites and has a huge ecosystem of tools, making it easier to find help and hire developers
Real-World Example
Facebook, Instagram, Netflix, and Airbnb all use React for their websites
“Understanding terms like React matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
Next.js
A framework built on React that adds features like page routing, server-side rendering, and API handling
Component
A reusable building block of a user interface that can be combined to create complex pages
Props
Data passed from a parent component to a child component to customise its appearance or behaviour
State
Data that a component keeps track of and can change over time
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