🚀 Built a Real-World React Feature Using Just useRef & useState Most developers learn hooks… But very few understand how to use them to build real UI behavior. So instead of building another basic project, I challenged myself: 👉 “Can I create a production-level dropdown system using only core hooks?” 💡 What I built: A “Click Outside Detector” — the same behavior you see in: • Profile menus • Modals • Notification panels • Dropdowns 🧠 My Approach (No shortcuts): I didn’t jump into code. First, I broke the problem down: • What problem am I solving? → Detect interaction outside a component • What do I need? → Access to DOM (useRef) → Control visibility (useState) • What’s the logic? → If click is inside → ignore → If click is outside → close ⚙️ Key Learnings: • useRef is not just for inputs — it’s for real DOM interaction • Handling global events (document level) is crucial for real apps • Separation of responsibility matters: → Button controls opening → Outside click controls closing • Cleanup is not optional → prevents memory leaks 🔥 What makes this special? This isn’t just a UI component. It’s a behavior system that can be reused across: ✔️ Modals ✔️ Tooltips ✔️ Dropdowns ✔️ Menus 📈 Big Shift in Thinking: Before: → “How do I build this?” Now: → “What behavior am I designing, and why?” I’m currently diving deeper into React and building real-world, production-level patterns. If you’re working on React projects or hiring developers who think beyond tutorials, let’s connect 🤝 Devendra Dhote Sheryians Coding School #React #FrontendDevelopment #JavaScript #WebDevelopment #LearningInPublic #OpenToWork
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React 19: Coding just got a lot easier. The new React Compiler and Actions are finally changing how we build apps. Here is why they matter: No more manual optimization: The Compiler handles performance for you. You can stop using useMemo and useCallback manually-the tool now knows what to cache. Cleaner Forms: With the useActionState hook, you don't need to write setlsLoading(true) or manage error states manually anymore. React does it for you. Faster UX: Features like useOptimistic let you update the Ul instantly while the server processes in the background. The result? We're writing less "boilerplate" code and spending more time building actual features. If you haven't tried the React 19 patterns yet, now is the perfect time to start. It makes your codebase smaller and much easier to maintain. #ReactJS #Redux #Frontend #WebDevelopment #JavaScript #CleanCode #Remote #OpenToWork
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I recently attended an interview for a Senior React JS Developer role at a product-based company (Copart), TR-2. it turned out to be more than just an interview — it was a strong learning experience. What made it impactful was the focus on real-world problem solving — not just “what you know,” but how you apply it under real scenarios. Here are some real-world scenario-based questions that really made me think: 🔹 JavaScript ->In a live application where users report slowness, how would you identify whether the issue is due to the event loop blocking or inefficient code? ->You have a feature using closures, but it's causing unexpected behavior in production — how would you debug and fix it? ->A page is consuming too much memory over time — how would you detect and prevent memory leaks? ->How would you handle multiple API calls efficiently without blocking the UI? 🔹 React JS ->In a large-scale application, components are re-rendering unnecessarily — how would you identify and fix performance issues? ->You are building a real-time dashboard — how would you manage frequent state updates without affecting performance? ->How would you design component structure for scalability in a production-level app? ->A user complains about slow UI after data load — how would you optimize rendering and improve UX? 🔹 Redux -> In a complex application, state is becoming hard to manage — how would you restructure your Redux store? ->How would you handle multiple dependent API calls using Redux Thunk or Saga in a real-world scenario? ->If Redux is causing too many re-renders, how would you optimize it? ->When would you decide NOT to use Redux and choose a simpler solution? This experience reminded me of something important: 👉 Interviews are not just about getting selected — they are about discovering how much you can grow. 👉 Real-world thinking is the real skill that sets you apart. Grateful for the opportunity, the challenges, and the learning that comes with stepping out of the comfort zone. On to the next challenge 🚀 #JavaScript #ReactJS #Redux #InterviewExperience #FrontendDevelopment #CareerGrowth #KeepLearning
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A few weeks back, I was building small React pieces in isolation ⚛️ Things like state handling, conditional rendering, and simple interactions. Now I tried putting those pieces into one flow. Built a Favourite Student List where everything connects 👇 1. Add and delete students 2. Login, signup, and logout with protected routes 3. Mark and manage favourites ⭐ What changed for me while building this: 1. State is no longer local, it has to be shared and structured 2. Routing is not just navigation, it depends on auth 3. Small UI decisions start to matter when the app is actually usable 📱 This felt different from my earlier projects. Not just building features, but making them work together. Stack: React, Vite, React Router, Context API, Tailwind CSS 🏵️ Code: https://lnkd.in/ge_JndPA 🚀 Live: https://lnkd.in/g24N5M29 Demo login: asmaan / 123 #React #ReactJS #JavaScript #Frontend #FrontendDevelopment #WebDevelopment #WebDev #SoftwareDevelopment #SoftwareEngineer #Coding #Programming #Developer #DevCommunity #BuildInPublic #LearningInPublic #OpenToWork #TechCareers #GitHub #Vite #TailwindCSS #ReactRouter #StateManagement #UI #UX #WebApps Error Makes Clever
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Over the past few years working with React.js, one thing has become very clear to me: 👉 It’s not just about building components — it’s about building efficient and scalable applications. Recently, while working on a project, I was able to improve performance by around 35%. Not by adding new features, but by refining what already existed: Better component structuring Using React Hooks effectively Reducing unnecessary re-renders Optimizing API integration This experience reinforced an important lesson: 💡 Clean architecture + performance-focused thinking = better user experience Currently focusing on: Writing scalable React.js applications Improving performance and maintainability Building reusable component systems Always learning and exploring better ways to build with React 🚀 #ReactJS #FrontendDeveloper #WebDevelopment #Performance #JavaScript #Learning #SDE #SoftwareEngineer #OpenToWork
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6 things I know for certain after 3 years of professional frontend development. 1 The fundamentals never expire. Frameworks change every two years. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and how the browser works — those stay forever. Invest heavily in fundamentals. They compound forever. 2. Communication is a technical skill. The ability to explain your architecture decisions, push back constructively on scope creep, and write a clear PR description is just as important as writing clean code. Develop it deliberately. 3. The best code is code you don't have to write. Before building, ask if it already exists. Before abstracting, ask if the complexity is necessary. The most valuable thing a senior developer does is simplify. 4. Your reputation is built commit by commit. Every PR you raise, every code review you give, every deadline you meet or miss — it compounds into how people experience working with you. That reputation follows you everywhere. 5. Consistency is worth more than intensity. One hour every day beats ten hours every Saturday. The developer who shows up consistently for 3 years builds something that cannot be replicated in a sprint. 6. The community you build matters as much as the skills you develop. The opportunities that changed my career didn't come from job boards. They came from relationships built online and offline with people who knew what I was building and how I thought. Which of these has had the biggest impact on your career so far? 👇 #FrontendDevelopment #CareerGrowth #SoftwareEngineering #WebDevelopment #ReactJS #JavaScript #Lessons #TechCareer
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🚀 React Native State Management: useState vs useReducer Effective state management is a critical factor in building scalable and maintainable applications. While working with React Native, I explored the practical differences between useState and useReducer to better understand when to use each. 🔹 useState Best suited for managing simple, independent state values ✔ Ideal for basic UI updates ✔ Commonly used in forms, toggles, and small components ✔ Minimal setup with quick implementation 🔹 useReducer Designed for handling complex state logic ✔ Suitable for multiple related state transitions ✔ Improves code organization and predictability ✔ Scales well in larger applications 🔍 Key Insight: Choosing the right state management approach is not just about functionality—it directly impacts code readability, maintainability, and long-term scalability. This understanding has helped me write cleaner and more structured React Native code, especially in projects with growing complexity. I’m continuously learning and refining my development approach to align with industry best practices. 💬 I’d be interested to hear how others decide between useState and useReducer in their projects. #ReactNative #JavaScript #FrontendDevelopment #SoftwareEngineering #CleanCode #Tech #Programming #Developers #Learning #OpenToWork
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🚀 Frontend Developer Roadmap If you want to become a Frontend Developer, start by building a strong foundation step by step: 1️⃣ HTML & CSS – Structure and styling of websites 2️⃣ JavaScript – Add interactivity and dynamic behavior 3️⃣ Responsive Design – Make websites work on all devices 4️⃣ Frontend Frameworks – React / Vue / Angular 5️⃣ Version Control – Git & GitHub 6️⃣ APIs – Fetch and display data from servers 7️⃣ Performance & Optimization – Faster and better user experience The key is simple: Keep learning. Keep building. Keep improving. 💻 💬 Which frontend skill are you currently learning? #frontenddeveloper #webdevelopment #javascript #coding #developers #tech
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Just shipped a new Frontend Project! Built something I’m genuinely proud of and finally pushed it to GitHub 💻🔥 This project is all about creating a clean, fast, and responsive user experience using modern frontend tools. Tech Stack: React / Next.js • Tailwind CSS • JavaScript (ES6+) What makes it cool: • Smooth and responsive UI across all devices • Reusable components (clean & scalable code) • Performance-focused build • Simple, modern design that actually feels good to use What I improved while building this: • Writing cleaner and more maintainable code • Thinking in components (React mindset) • Solving real UI/UX challenges 🔗 GitHub: https://lnkd.in/dQDEiEqk Still learning, still building — but getting better with every project If you’ve got feedback or suggestions, I’d love to hear it #Frontend #ReactJS #NextJS #WebDevelopment #JavaScript #BuildInPublic #GitHub #OpenToWork
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🚀 Day 10 – useEffect & Side Effects ⚛️ ✨ “Some actions happen beyond rendering — and React handles them beautifully.” ✨ Day 10 of my React.js journey was all about the **useEffect hook** and handling side effects. Today, I learned how to perform operations that don’t directly relate to rendering, such as fetching data or updating the DOM. 💡 What I explored: 👉 How useEffect works after rendering 👉 Dependency array and its importance 👉 Handling API calls 🛠️ What I practiced: ✔️ Running code on component mount ✔️ Fetching and displaying API data ✔️ Updating UI after data changes 🔥 Key understanding: 👉 useEffect helps manage side effects in a clean and structured way ⚡ Different use cases: 👉 Run once → useEffect(() => {}, []) 👉 Run on state change → useEffect(() => {}, [state]) Day 10 made me realize how React handles real-world scenarios like **data fetching and lifecycle behavior**. Now it feels like I’m stepping into real application development ⚛️🔥 #ReactJS #Day10 #useEffect #APICalls #FrontendDevelopment #LearningInPublic #JavaScript #MERNStack #WebDevelopment #AyanAhmed #SheryiansCodingSchool #OpenToWork
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🚀 7 things I wish I knew before starting a Frontend Development When I started my journey, I thought frontend development was mostly about making things “look good”. I was wrong. Here are a few things I learned the hard way after 4+ years working with Angular and React: 1️⃣ JavaScript is everything Frameworks come and go, but strong fundamentals in JS make everything easier. 2️⃣ Clean code > clever code Readable, maintainable code will always win in a team environment. 3️⃣ Performance actually matters Optimizing re-renders, lazy loading, and bundle size isn’t optional in real-world apps. 4️⃣ State management can make or break your app Choosing the right approach (and not overcomplicating it) is a skill. 5️⃣ Debugging is a superpower You don’t need to know everything — but you should know how to figure things out quickly. 6️⃣ UI/UX understanding gives you an edge Being able to think from a user’s perspective makes you stand out as a developer. 7️⃣ You don’t need to know everything There’s always more to learn. Focus on getting better every day. If you’re starting out — focus on fundamentals and consistency. If you’re experienced — what’s something you wish you knew earlier? 👇 #FrontendDevelopment #JavaScript #Angular #React #WebDevelopment #SoftwareEngineering #Programming #Developers #TechCareers #Coding #CareerGrowth
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