How to optimize performance in React.js applications?

by aniya.jaskolski , in category: Javascript , a year ago

How to optimize performance in React.js applications?

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by tressie.damore , a year ago

@aniya.jaskolski 

  1. Minimize component re-renders: Use PureComponent or memoized components to prevent unnecessary re-renders of components.
  2. Use keys properly: Assign unique keys to elements in lists or iterations to help React identify changes and only update the necessary elements.
  3. Avoid unnecessary state updates: Only update the state when needed. Use shouldComponentUpdate or React.memo to prevent unnecessary re-renders.
  4. Use state and props effectively: Minimize the number of state and props being used in components. Use local state when possible and avoid passing unnecessary props between components.
  5. Batch state updates: Use the setState function with a callback or use the useReducer hook to batch multiple state updates together, reducing re-renders.
  6. Use lazy loading and code splitting: Split your code into smaller chunks and load them only when needed. React.lazy and React.Suspense can be used for lazy loading of components.
  7. Optimize expensive operations: Move expensive operations outside of the render function, for example, in useEffect hooks. Memoization libraries such as useMemo or useCallback can also be used to optimize expensive calculations.
  8. Use virtualization for long lists: For long lists, use libraries like react-window or react-virtualized to render only the visible elements, improving performance and reducing memory usage.
  9. Avoid unnecessary dependencies: Carefully review the dependencies in your application and remove any unnecessary ones. Unused or unnecessary dependencies can slow down the application.
  10. Use performance analysis tools: Utilize performance analysis tools such as React DevTools, Chrome DevTools, or Profiler to identify potential performance bottlenecks and optimize them.


Remember, optimization techniques may vary depending on the specific requirements and complexity of your application. It is advised to measure the performance impact of each optimization to ensure it provides the desired improvements.