Preface

Hi there – I am Daniel, an entrepreneur, software development consultant, and full-stack developer with a focus on technologies in the React ecosystem.

In my time as a software development consultant and developer for enterprises and the public sector, I have observed a common challenge: developers often struggle with advanced React concepts due to a lack of in-depth understanding. Hooks in particular are a big source of confusion there. Often, it is hard to know what the best practices are and how to best structure and design an app with React and React Hooks.

In this book, I want to teach you everything you need to know to build a modern and maintainable frontend with React. I will teach Hooks from the ground up, to ensure that you understand their limitations and where they shine. I will cover various common use cases that I have frequently encountered in my career – such as managing application state, when and how to use React Contexts, data fetching, form handling, and routing. I will also teach you when and how to build your own Hooks to keep your app maintainable and efficiently reuse logic across multiple components. In my opinion, custom Hooks are often underutilized in projects, but they can bring immense value, especially in larger projects.

All of these concepts will be taught with practical examples so that you can immediately see them in action and start using them in your own projects. I sincerely hope you enjoy reading this book. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out to me!