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Getting started with GraphQL, React and apollo client

January 20, 2019

In this issue, explore how to get started with GraphQL and Apollo in React, build better component libraries with Styled System, and learn key React concepts. Plus, discover tips for creating performant masonry layouts with Gatsby.js.

Apply for a diversity scholarship & attend React Amsterdam 2019 for free 🦄

January 13, 2019

This week's issue features a diversity scholarship opportunity for React Amsterdam, insights into Redux with RxJS, Gatsby lifecycle explained, clean React components with ES6+, and common XSS vulnerabilities in React apps.

DIY Redux with RxJS => RxDx

January 06, 2019

This week's issue dives into the world of Redux with insights on rewriting the library and a beginner's guide. Plus, discover how to animate page transitions in React, addressing common misconceptions in UI engineering.

Let's build a real-time WebGL map of all airplanes

December 30, 2018

This week, dive into real-time WebGL mapping of airplanes, explore Gatsby's accessibility for all skill levels, learn about npm security risks, and master dropdown interactions in React. Don't miss these insights.

Why Do React Hooks Rely on Call Order?

December 23, 2018

This week’s issue dives into React Hooks, CSS-in-JS, using SVGs in React, enhancing component consumption with default props, and a crucial bugfix for React.lazy. Explore these insights for better coding practices.

How I fell out of love with HOCs

December 16, 2018

This week, dive into the nuances of React with insights on HOCs, reusable components, setState mechanics, the power of memoization, and mastering async loading with React Router and Suspense. A must-read for React enthusiasts.

How Does React Tell a Class from a Function?

December 09, 2018

This week’s newsletter explores React's inner workings, from distinguishing class and function components to understanding the $$typeof property. We also delve into serverless SSR and troubleshooting non-reproducible crashes.

React 16.x Roadmap

December 02, 2018

This week’s issue explores the React 16.x roadmap, essential beginner tips, an in-depth look at React-Redux, lazy loading in React 16.6, and a detailed overview of the new reconciliation algorithm.

A React State of Mind (State of JavaScript Survey 2018)

November 25, 2018

This week's issue dives into the latest trends in JavaScript with the State of JavaScript survey, plus tips for speeding up React apps, mastering Redux, exploring React Native UI libraries, and starting effective unit testing.

The Ultimate VSCode Setup for JS/React

November 18, 2018

In this issue, explore the ultimate VSCode setup for JS/React, delve into event sourcing with React and Elixir, uncover React's Fiber architecture, learn JavaScript async patterns, and discover Storybook for documentation and code reviews.

How to Build a ReactJS SPA using Apollo Client, NextJS, Storybook and Material-UI

November 11, 2018

This issue explores essential ReactJS topics, including building SPAs with Apollo and NextJS, optimizing UI with hooks, and managing RESTful data with Redux. Enhance your skills for modern web development.

Why I stopped using snapshot testing with Jest

November 04, 2018

This week’s issue explores the evolution of React, from moving away from snapshot testing with Jest to the transformative power of Hooks. Plus, insights on React interview prep and custom hooks for GraphQL.

React 16.6.0: lazy, memo and contextType

October 28, 2018

This issue dives into the latest React 16.6 features, tackles performance improvements, explores SOLID principles in React, introduces a new refactoring tool, and guides beginners in building their own renderers.

10 Console tricks, to debug like a Pro.

October 21, 2018

This week’s issue features 10 console tricks to elevate your debugging skills, insights on profiling React components, the launch of styled-components v4, and tips for setting up a React app from scratch.

The Suspense is Killing Redux

October 14, 2018

This week's issue dives into React's handling of asynchronous data with Redux, managing state with arrays, insights from a recruiter on React interviews, setting up a Node.js server proxy, and building a social network using React and Firebase.

Audio visualisation with the Web Audio API and React

October 07, 2018

This issue highlights audio visualization with the Web Audio API, a functional data grid library for React, tips to ace your full-stack dev interview, fun React projects to build, and updates on Create React App 2.0.

Raising Baby Chicks with JavaScript

September 30, 2018

This week’s issue features insights on raising baby chicks with JavaScript, a React Native bug affecting Array.reverse, anti-patterns in conditional rendering, and tips for progressive loading in React.

WatermelonDB: Next-generation React database

September 23, 2018

In this week's issue, explore WatermelonDB for optimized data handling in React apps, learn to build an autocomplete widget, and discover tips to prevent unnecessary re-renders in React components. Plus, dive into proxy servers and CORS.

Distributing state changes using snapshots, patches and actions 

September 16, 2018

In this issue, explore state management strategies, render caching for React, implementing tree view components, enhancing SEO with Next.js, and a beginner-friendly guide to hosting your React app on AWS.

React Fire: Modernizing React DOM

September 09, 2018

This week's newsletter highlights React Fire's modernization efforts, a deep dive into the Context API, a guide for developing professional React apps, and a look at nine enduring React guides. Stay updated.