React is a powerful JavaScript library that you can use to build user interfaces for web and mobile applications (apps). In this course, you will explore the fundamental concepts that underpin the React library and learn the basic skills required to build a simple, fast, and scalable app.
React Basics
React Basics
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What you'll learn
Use reusable components to render views where data changes over time
Organize React projects to create more scalable and maintainable websites and apps
Use props to pass data between components. Create dynamic and interactive web pages and apps
Use forms to allow users to interact with the app. Build an application in React
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module you will explore the basic structure and use of the React.js library. You will learn how to produce single page web applications using React components and to use JSX to style them.
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15 videos21 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt4 ungraded labs
In this module you will explore the concept and practical use of state and stage-management. You will also gain knowledge on how to handle events and the ability to dynamically change content on a web page.
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13 videos9 readings9 assignments2 ungraded labs
In this module you will explore the basics of single and multi-page navigation, as well as the conditional rendering or changing of content in response to user status or choice.
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9 videos10 readings6 assignments1 discussion prompt3 ungraded labs
In this module, you will be assessed on the key skills covered in the Course.
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3 videos3 readings1 peer review2 discussion prompts1 ungraded lab
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Reviewed on May 24, 2023
The course was engaging and insightful, though it frustrated me in many ways; both concerning glitches with my lab instance, as well as areas in the course where the instructor taught shabbily.
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Reviewed on Aug 25, 2023
React Basics is an incredible course. I am extremely proud that I have completed this important course. I am really satisfied with this course and care.
RM
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Reviewed on Sep 18, 2023
It's exactly what the name implies, it is a good overview of react and teaches you the basic concepts. The only critique I have is that the peer reviewed project is a little too simple.
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