Mastering React Hooks

## Introduction to Hooks React Hooks revolutionized how we write components. They allow us to use state and other React features without writing a class. But mastering them takes practice. ### The Power of useEffect `useEffect` is arguably the most powerful and tricky hook. It handles side effects like data fetching, subscriptions, and manually changing the DOM. ```tsx useEffect(() => { const fetchData = async () => { const data = await fetch('/api/data'); setData(data); }; fetchData(); }, []); ``` Understanding the dependency array is key to avoiding infinite loops and stale closures. ### Custom Hooks Custom hooks are where the real magic happens. They allow you to extract component logic into reusable functions. For example, a `useWindowSize` hook can be used across multiple components to make them responsive. ## Conclusion Hooks make our code more readable, reusable, and easier to test. If you haven't fully embraced them yet, now is the time.