JSX and Components in

React
In this presentation, we'll explore the world of JSX and Components in React
and learn how they can help us build powerful web applications.
by Curious Coder (CodeWithCurious.com)
What is JSX?

Javascript Syntax JSX Syntax Example JSX + React

JSX is a syntax extension for With JSX, we can write code that JSX is a key feature of React, and
JavaScript that allows us to write looks like HTML, and render it is used to build reusable
HTML-like code that can be using React. components and UI elements.
transformed into JavaScript.
Benefits of Using JSX
1 Improved Code
Readability
2 Faster Development
By allowing us to write
JSX helps us write code HTML-like code, JSX makes
that's easier to read and it faster to build and
understand, especially when prototype UI components.
working with nested
components.
3 Better Performance
Since JSX helps us avoid unnecessary DOM updates, it can lead to
improved performance in our applications.
Introduction to Components
What are Why Use Types of Components
Components? Components? There are two types of
Components are reusable UI By breaking our UI down into components in React: Class
elements that can be smaller components, we can Components and Functional
composed together to build make it easier to reason Components.
complex user interfaces. about and maintain our code.
Class Components vs. Functional
Components
Functional Components
Functional components are defined using
JavaScript functions, and are simpler and easier
to test than class components.

1 2
Class Components
Class components are defined using ES6
Classes, and can hold state and lifecycle
methods.
3
Choosing the Right Component Type
When deciding between class and function
components, consider the complexity of your
UI and whether you need to manage state.
Props and State in Components

Props State Props vs. State

Props are read-only values that State is an internal value that can Props and state are both
are passed from a parent be updated by a component, and important concepts in React, and
component to a child component, is used to manage user interface understanding how they work is
and can be used to customize interactions and component essential for building robust and
component behaviour. behaviour. maintainable components.
Rendering Components
Creating Components Rendering Composing
To create a new component, Components Components
define a function or class To use a component, render By combining our
that returns some JSX. it in another component or in components together, we
the main application. can build complex user
interfaces made up of simple,
reusable building blocks.
Conclusion and Resources for Learning
More
1 What We've Learned 2 Next Steps 3 Resources
Today, we've learned If you want to learn more React Documentation,
what JSX is, the benefits about React components FreeCodeCamp, Udemy,
of using it, and how to and JSX, check out the PluralSight and
create and use official React Codecademy are some
components in React. documentation or some platforms for React JS
online tutorials. learning.