Hands-On Introduction to Frontend Development with React

Ready to dive into React development? This hands-on introduction to frontend with React (React 19) is designed for beginners and experienced developers alike, providing a practical path to building modern web applications from the ground up. Created by Lukasz, a tech lead with international experience, this course focuses on practical coding – no slides, just real-world examples to build your skills.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Frontend vs. Backend Development: Understand the core concepts of web development and how frontend and backend work together.
• React Setup: Learn to set up a modern React environment using Vite and VS Code for a streamlined development experience.
• Component Creation: Master building reusable React components using both functional and class-based approaches.
• Props, State & Hooks: Gain a solid understanding of props, state, and essential React hooks like useEffect, useContext, and useState for managing data and side effects.
• API Integration: Learn how to fetch data from APIs and implement effective loading states using Material UI for a better user experience.
• Custom Hooks: Organize your application logic with reusable custom hooks.
• React 19 Features: Explore the powerful new tools introduced in React 19, including Server Actions, Suspense, and the React Compiler.
• Performance Optimization: Understand when and how to effectively use useMemo, useCallback, and useOptimistic for optimizing React app performance.

Whether you're new to frontend development or want to master the latest features of React 19, this course offers a step-by-step approach at your own pace. By the end, you'll be confident in building React applications and prepared to tackle more advanced frameworks or create impressive portfolio projects. Let's start coding!