How to Avoid Infinite Loops When using useEffect() in ReactJS ?

Yatin B.Yatin B.
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Date: 2023-11-30

React's useEffect hook, while powerful for managing side effects, can cause infinite loops if not used correctly. This happens when an effect triggers a state update, leading to re-rendering and repeated effect execution. To prevent this, always specify dependencies in the useEffect's second argument. Use an empty array [] if the effect shouldn't re-run, and utilize functional updates for state changes to avoid unintended re-renders. Conditional checks within the effect further refine control. Following these practices ensures stable and performant React components.

Read more: https://examples.javacodegeeks.com/avoid-reactjs-useeffect-infinite-loop/

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