In this episode, we dive into the current state of React and React Native, comparing it to the landscape five years ago. We explore the significant changes, such as the shift to functional components and hooks, the introduction of the Context API, and the evolution of state management. Our guests also share their unique career journeys and offer valuable advice for newcomers in the tech industry, particularly women looking to start or grow in this field.
React and React Native evolutions over the years
- Shift from class components to functional components and hooks
- Introduction of the Context API
- Changes in how state is handled
Our guests' journeys to being professional developer
- Career beginnings
- Current work
Changes in React and React Native over the past 5 years
- Shift from class components to functional components and hooks
- Introduction of the Context API
- Changes in how state is handled
Comparison of learning React/React Native now vs. 5 years ago
- Improved documentation and resources
- Importance of learning JavaScript basics first
State management options and trends
- Redux, MobX, Zustand, Jotai, Recoil, XState
- Rise of minimalistic state management libraries
- Categorizing state management libraries
Future of state management in React Native
- Potential impact of React Server Components
- Possibility of state management solutions that handle performance optimization
Advice for women looking to start or grow in the tech industry
- You can start from any background and find your place
- Don't be intimidated by the vast options; choose a path and learn
- Look for role models and examples of women in senior tech positions
- Don't get discouraged if a certain technology doesn't spark joy, keep exploring
- Put value on yourself and your work when job-seeking
React resources related to this episode
- Anisha's talk on Storybook from React Native EU 2023
- Interview with Anisha explaining the roles of a developer advocate
- Szymon Rybczak’s talk on using server components for over-the-air updates in React Native
- Ola's book on state management
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