React

useEffect was originally an escape hatch from React for synchronizing with external systems. But many treat it as the command center for all internal component logic. Remember this simple rule: if no external system is involved, you usually don't need an Effect.

Over time, many developers find that their experience with React Hooks shifts from clean and refreshing to increasingly messy. In this article, I'll analyze the root causes of this chaos and provide practical guidance to keep your hooks in order.

When React Native 0.85 was released, the official announcement avoided using the term 'revolutionary' — because this update is essentially a systematic polish of infrastructure like animations, debugging, and testing, building on the foundation of the new architecture.