Day 6 of #30DaysOfCode: Diving Deeper into React with Context API and Building a Calculator

After a restful Sunday, I resumed my #30DaysOfCode challenge with renewed energy. Today, I focused on deepening my understanding of React, specifically exploring the useContext hook, and I also built two exciting projects to put my learning into practice.

Exploring the useContext Hook in React

Today, I dove into the useContext hook, which is a powerful feature in React for managing state across multiple components without prop drilling. This was a significant step in my React learning journey as it simplifies state management and makes the codebase more maintainable.

Project: Context API Project

I created a project named Context API Project where I implemented the useContext hook to manage user data between a login component and a profile component. This project really helped me grasp how useContext can be used to pass data efficiently across different parts of an application.

Key Takeaways:

  • State Management: useContext allows for easier and more efficient state management across components.

  • Component Interaction: The project focused on how different components can interact and share data seamlessly.

Building a Calculator in React

In addition to the Context API project, I also built a calculator in React. This project was a great way to practice creating interactive user interfaces and applying styling with Tailwind CSS.

Project: Calculator

The calculator project was straightforward but provided a good exercise in handling user input, performing calculations, and updating the UI dynamically.

Key Takeaways:

  • UI Design: Tailwind CSS made it easy to create a clean and responsive user interface.

  • React Components: Building the calculator involved breaking down the UI into small, manageable React components.

Final Thoughts

Day 6 was a productive day focused on mastering React's useContext hook and building practical projects. Both the Context API Project and the Calculator Project helped me understand how to manage state and create interactive UIs more effectively.

As I move forward, Iโ€™m excited to continue exploring more advanced React concepts and building new projects. Stay tuned for more updates!

Check out the Day 6 code on GitHub

How was your coding today? Share your progress in the comments, and letโ€™s keep the momentum going together!

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Ganesh Nitalikar

๐Ÿ‘‹ Hi, I'm Ganesh Nitalikar โ€“ a passionate software developer with a strong foundation in Java, Flutter, and front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. As a recent BE(CS) graduate, I'm on a journey to expand my skills, currently diving deep into React and exploring the world of modern web development. ๐Ÿš€ I'm driven by a love for coding and problem-solving, and I enjoy building intuitive and impactful applications. Whether it's crafting seamless mobile experiences with Flutter or creating dynamic user interfaces with React, I thrive on turning ideas into reality. ๐Ÿ’ก My projects include innovative apps like ReelRave, a short video sharing platform, and Chatticure, a medical chatbot. I believe in continuous learning and am always eager to take on new challenges that push the boundaries of my knowledge.