Hey everyone, I’m thinking about diving into React, but I’m not sure if my JavaScript skills are up to par. Can anyone give me an idea of how much JavaScript I should understand before I start with React? Also, I’m curious about how often I’ll need to use plain JavaScript once I begin working with React. Will I still be using a lot of vanilla JS, or does React mostly replace it? Thanks for any advice you can share!
Having worked extensively with React, I can attest that a solid grasp of JavaScript fundamentals is crucial. You should be comfortable with concepts like variables, functions, and basic DOM manipulation. However, you don’t need to be a JavaScript expert to start with React.
In my experience, learning React actually deepened my understanding of JavaScript. You’ll continue to use vanilla JS alongside React, particularly for state management and event handling. My recommendation is to build a few small projects with plain JavaScript before diving into React. This approach will give you a strong foundation and make the learning curve less steep.
Remember, React is just a library built on top of JavaScript. The better you understand the underlying language, the more effectively you’ll be able to leverage React’s capabilities.
hey, i started react with basic js and it worked fine. you’ll rely on vanilla js often so just keep practicing. don’t get hung up on being a js whiz, dive in and learn more along the way. good luck!
As someone who’s been working with React for a few years now, I can say that a solid foundation in JavaScript is crucial. You don’t need to be an expert, but understanding core concepts like functions, arrays, objects, and ES6 features (like arrow functions and destructuring) is essential.
I’d recommend being comfortable with JavaScript before jumping into React. That said, learning React actually improved my JavaScript skills significantly. You’ll still use vanilla JS frequently in React projects, especially for data manipulation and logic.
My advice? Start with React once you can build small projects in plain JavaScript. You’ll learn a lot on the go, and React’s documentation is excellent for filling in gaps. Don’t wait until you feel you know ‘everything’ about JavaScript – that day may never come! Just dive in when you’re reasonably comfortable, and you’ll grow from there.