Upgrading from Vue2 to Vue3? Here's what you should keep in mind.

Aaric EvansAaric Evans
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Vuejs introduced vue3 in 8feb 2022, still a lot of people are currently using vue2 and have not leveraged the power of vue3 yet. So just in case, you are thinking about migrating from vue2 to vue3. read this post.

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Note: vue3 was created to improve performance and make development easy.

  1. Composition API: Vue 3 introduces the Composition API as an alternative to the Options API. The Composition API offers a more modular approach to code organization and reusability. Refactoring existing code to leverage the Composition API may be necessary.

  2. Reactivity: Vue 3 uses a Proxy-based reactivity system instead of the Object.defineProperty method used in Vue 2. This change improves reactivity performance and extends support to reactive objects. Adjustments may be required in reactive patterns and data handling.

  3. Lifecycle Hooks: Vue 3 introduces a new setup() function as a replacement for the beforeCreate and created lifecycle hooks. Make sure to update your component's lifecycle hook usage accordingly.

  4. Fragments: Vue 3 introduces support for fragments, allowing multiple root elements in a component. You can now omit the wrapping div element required in Vue 2. Adjust your component structure as needed.

  5. Template Compiler: Vue 3 uses a revamped template compiler with improved performance and enhanced features. Make sure to update your build tooling and adjust any custom template directives or syntax as required.

  6. Ecosystem Compatibility: Ensure that your dependencies, including Vue-related packages and third-party libraries, are compatible with Vue 3. Some libraries may require updates or have separate versions specifically for Vue 3.

  7. Migration Build and Tools: Utilize the Vue CLI migration build and other available tools to assist in the migration process. These tools help identify potential breaking changes and provide guidance on migrating specific code patterns.

Remember to thoroughly review the official Vue 3 documentation and seek community support for a smooth transition.

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