In the dynamic world of React development, efficient state management is crucial for building scalable and maintainable applications. Two popular solutions that often come into play are React Redux and the Context API. Both offer ways to handle state in
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Guide for Migrating from React Vite.js to Next.js
In the fast-paced world of web development, where frameworks and tools continuously evolve, making informed decisions about your project’s architecture is crucial. React, with its vast ecosystem, offers developers a plethora of options two popular choices are Vite.js and Next.js.
Server-Side Rendering with React: Elevating SEO and Performance
In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, delivering a seamless user experience remains a top priority. Server-side rendering (SSR) with React has emerged as a game-changer, promising not only enhanced performance but also a significant boost in search engine optimization
Celebrating Pioneers: Trailblazers in Technology for Black History Month
As Black History Month unfolds, it’s a fitting time to honour the remarkable contributions of our Africa-originating pioneers in the realm of technology and innovation. From groundbreaking researchers and educators to influential entrepreneurs, these individuals have blazed trails in their
Getting Started with Starlink in Jamaica
In recent years, Starlink, the satellite internet service provided by SpaceX, has garnered significant attention worldwide for its promise of high-speed internet access in remote and underserved areas. For residents of Jamaica, where internet connectivity might be limited or inconsistent
Why Prop Drilling is bad for your React Application
Prop drilling, also known as “prop-chain” or “prop-tunneling,” refers to the practice of passing props down through multiple levels of components in a React application in order to make those props available to a deeply nested component. This can become
Understanding the Virtual Dom
In today’s world of complex web applications, it’s important to understand how the tools we use work under the hood. One such tool is the virtual DOM. The virtual DOM is a lightweight, in-memory representation of the actual DOM that
How to deploy your Single Page Application on Render
Choosing a hosting provider for your Single Page Application is a vital step in ensuring the success of your project. Your hosting provider should be reliable, allow continuous integration via a version control platform such as Github and should allow
GDG DevFest Caribbean 2022 Call For Speakers
DevFest Caribbean 2022 kicks off on December 1st to 4th and we are on the lookout for speakers to give sessions on the event. This global moment empowers developers to teach, learn, and connect when they may need it the
The User Experience Design Community in Jamaica
This community was founded in January 2021 by Janice Alexander, a UX designer in Jamaica. She had been in the industry for a while and noticed a lack of cohesive understanding in the space.