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React Hooks: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
DDNZ
Mar 10, 2024
6 min read
# React Hooks: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
React Hooks have revolutionized how we write React components. Let's explore best practices and common pitfalls.
## useState Best Practices
- Keep state as local as possible
- Use multiple state variables instead of one complex object
- Initialize state with functions for expensive computations
## useEffect Guidelines
- Always specify dependencies correctly
- Clean up side effects properly
- Avoid infinite loops
## Custom Hooks
Creating custom hooks can help you:
- Reuse stateful logic across components
- Keep components clean and focused
- Test logic independently
## Conclusion
Following these best practices will help you write more maintainable and performant React applications.