React Round Up

Panel: Cory HouseNader Dabit Special Guests: Samuel Mendenhall In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses best practices with React and Redux with Samuel Mendenhall. Samuel has been working in web development for the past five years and was recently working for Red Hat. They talk about what has led him to React, as well as some of the most common mistakes that people make in React. They also talk about the amazing power of TypeScript and when you may not want to use Redux. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Sam introjQuery, Backbone, and AngularReact and React NativeNew role at Microsoft in commercial software engineering groupWorking a lot with React and toolingWhat have you learned since working with React?Shallow learning curveThe concept of React is very simpleWhat work did you do at Red Hat?Internal toolingWhat are some common mistakes people have made in React?Defensive programmingMaking sure functions are bound correctlyHe’s an advocate for using TypeScriptThe pros of using TypeSc

Panel: Charles Max WoodTara Manicsic Special Guests: Dave Ceddia In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses hot reloading with Create React App with Dave Ceddia. Dave is a React developer, blogs about React, and recently wrote a book called Pure React. They talk about what hot reloading is, when you would want to use it, and how you can set it up in your code. They also touch on ways to customize Create React App, the disadvantages to customizing, and the key points to understand about Create React App before modifying it.  In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Dave introWhat is the big picture behind hot module reloading?Create React AppWebpackHow do you set this up?You don’t need to ejectIs there a certain point when you need to start taking advantage of hot reloading?Helps to use hot reloading from the beginningResources to help with using hot reloadingDave articleReact app rewiredAre there any changes you can make that won’t hot reload?Full page refreshesWhy did Create React App not hav

Panel: Tara ManicsicNader Dabit Special Guests: Joe Eames In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses The Framework Summit with Joe Eames. Joe discusses the history behind the conference and how it came to be created. They really wanted to create a conference that would include all of the frameworks, especially those that are underrepresented in the programming community, like React. He touches on why he is passionate about this project, why it is important to be open to learning new things, and the overall format of the conference. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: The Framework SummitOctober 2-3, 2018 in Park City, UtahThe history of the conferenceReact Originally called the “Tri-conference”Frameworks play a major part in your code development“Religiousness” of which framework is the “right” or “wrong” one to useOpportunity to expose more people to new frameworksComparing the frameworksThe importance of being willing to learn new thingsBursting “thought bubbles”Being open to changeMerg

Panel: Charles Max WoodNader DabitCory HouseKent C Dodds Special Guests: David Atchley In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discuss breaking up with higher-order components with David Atchley. David has been doing software development for 24 years now and has worked mostly in web development. He has worked at many places from start-ups to large companies and does client work currently for Tandem.ly. They talk about what higher-order components and render props are and when you would want to use them to help you in your code. They also touch on overuse and misuse of applications and coding tools and the difference between using render props and HOCs. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: David introWhat are higher-order components?What are render props?Higher-order components are patterned after higher-order functionsConnect from React ReduxReactWhat are the use cases for higher-order components?ReduxWould you suggest writing a render prop instead in certain situations?Deciding to use a HOC or a

Panel: Charles Max WoodCory HouseTara ManicsicKent C Dodds Special Guests: Aman Mittal In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discuss setting up and getting used to Gatsby with Aman Mittal. Aman is a computer science graduate, has been working in web development for the past two years, and has worked with companies such as freeCodeCamp. He has been working with React for the past 6 months and started working with Gatsby in January of 2018. They talk about what Gatsby is, why you would want to use it, and what a simple Gatsby site would look like. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Aman introductionWhat is your experience with React?Working with Gatsby because of a clientWhat is Gatsby?Gatsby uses ReactHas become quite matureWhy Choose Gatsby?Good with small and medium business clientsGatsby and PWAsDoes it rely heavily on GraphQL?GraphQL is useful with Gatsby but it is not necessaryWhat would a simple Gatsby site look like?Index componentHas support for CSS and JSThe distinction between a stat

Panel: Charles Max WoodTara ManicsicKent C DoddsNader Dabit Special Guests: Nikolas Burk In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses Prisma and GraphCool with Nikolas Burk. Nikolas works as a developer at GraphCool, which is a small startup based in Berlin. Their latest product is Prisma, which is a GraphQL database proxy that turns your database into a GraphQL API. They talk about why you would want to use Prisma and the pros to utilizing GraphQL. They also touch on why they made GraphCool and Prisma open source so that more people could use it. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Nikolas introductionWhat is GraphCool?PrismaPrisma is the core technology that is powering GraphCoolSequel databasesHow do you communicate differences to Prisma?Using GraphQL as the interface to the databaseGraphQL is much simplerGraphQL Schema Definition LanguageWhy use Prisma?Prisma as the database layerPrisma is working on supporting more databasesWhat are the steps from database to messing with GraphCool and

Panel: Charles Max WoodTara ManicsicKent C Dodds Special Guests: Henrik Joreteg In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses redux-bundler with Henrik Joreteg. Henrik spoke at the first Node Conf, leans towards progressive web apps and single-page apps, and recently has gotten into independent consulting. He also has written a book called Human JavaScript and is working on his second book right now. They talk about his redux-bundler on GitHub and the ability to make changes behind the scenes without having to bother the user. He gives a general background on why he created the bundler and how you can use it in your programming to make your life easier. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Henrik introductionWhat is the redux-bundler?He despises using behavioral componentsIf it can be local, keep it localDon’t bother the user if you don’t need toService Workers vs redux-bundlerMaking changes behind the scenesHe loves to build appsCan you see any case where it would be useful to have a Service

Panel: Charles Max WoodNader DabitKent C DoddsCory House In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses advanced component patterns and Downshift. They talk about different component patterns, especially render prop patters, and the fact that Downshift allows for your components to be much more useful generally for more people. They also note that the render prop patterns can help to separate logic from view, which makes things easier to develop. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: Component patternsDownshiftEgghead courseWhat makes it advanced?Requires taking a step back and think about your components a little differentlyIs there a React Native version?ReactRender prop patternsCode abstraction or code re-useWhy Downshift is powerfulCan use regular HTML and CSS with DownshiftAllows you to be in charge of renderingWhat other places is the render prop pattern useful?What is the benefit of using a react component over a JS component?Awesome React Render Props GitHub RepoDownshift is highly acces

Panel: Charles Max WoodNader DabitCory House Special Guests: Juho Vepsäläinen In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses Webpack the good parts with Juho Vepsäläinen. He talks a lot about the book he has written on Webpack, which helps people understand Webpack and how to work with it. They also discuss the advantages to using Webpack and discuss how you can use it in your coding to your benefit. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: For 10% off, use “Juho” to sign up for React Dev SummitWhat is Webpack?Juho’s Webpack book: SurviveJSReactHow can someone get into learning about Webpack if they’re not from a React background?It’s all about the contents behind WebpackHow popular is Webpack and how large is it?You don’t need to read all 400 pages of his bookIs there a certain way to write with Webpack?You can learn things as you go with WebpackHow to approach code using WebpackHow new updates with change the philosophy behind WebpackIt’s good for Webpack to have pressure from the outsideThere i

Panel:  Charles Max Wood Tara Manicsic Nader Dabit Kent C. Dodds Cory House Special Guests: None In this episode of React Round Up, the panel discusses how they each got into React and they provide some great resources for people who want to learn more about React and what it’s all about. They emphasize the fact that React is a very straightforward language and can be used relatively painlessly with a little bit of learning before jumping in. In particular, we dive pretty deep on: How each of the panelists got into ReactAngular beginningsReact NativeReact Native TrainingReact JS ConsultingNode developer beginningsBackbone to ReactRuby backgroundHow to get into React yourselfLearn things in the right orderReact-HowtoBeginners Guide to ReactJSYou Don’t Know JS, ES6, and Beyond by Kyle SimpsonCodeSandbox.ioES6Get comfortable with JavaScript firstBiggest mistake people make when learning about reactES6 and Beyond WorkshopReact CommunityHow did the panel learn ES6?And much, much more! Links: React Nativ