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React Foundations & Core Concepts

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React Foundations & Core Concepts

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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.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

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

What you'll learn

  • Gain a thorough understanding of React components, props, and JSX syntax for building dynamic interfaces.

  • Learn to manage state and handle user inputs with hooks like useState and useRef.

  • Explore advanced React features such as useEffect, useCallback, and custom hooks for optimizing performance.

  • Build and style React applications using best practices, including global, inline, and dynamic styling methods.

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August 2025

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8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce the course, outline its content, and highlight the benefits of learning React 18. Additionally, we will dive into the resources you'll need and explain how to use them effectively for the course.

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2 videos2 readings

In this module, we will guide you through setting up the React development environment, creating your first React application, and understanding the folder structure and essential dependencies. You'll also explore how to work with both class-based and function-based components.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will dive deep into React's state management, introducing you to the useState hook. You'll explore various use cases like array state management, multiple updates, and learn best practices when working with React hooks.

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7 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will explore React components and props, teaching you how to pass data and manage child-parent relationships in your app. You'll also learn the concept of prop drilling and how to optimize component trees.

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4 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will cover the various methods of styling in React, including global styling, component-level styles, and inline styles. You'll also learn how to apply dynamic and module-specific CSS for a more organized and modular approach.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will explore user input handling and event management, focusing on creating forms and handling tasks like adding, editing, and deleting items. You'll also learn how to use the useRef hook for direct DOM manipulation.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on advanced React concepts like managing side effects with useEffect, optimizing performance using useCallback, and creating custom hooks. You'll also explore error handling and asynchronous operations, such as fetch requests and loading states.

What's included

11 videos1 reading3 assignments1 plugin

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