Best practices for React component state management?
Asked 7/12/2025Viewed 0 times1 answer
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I'm working on a large React application and struggling with state management. The component tree is getting complex, and I'm not sure when to use local state vs context vs external state management.
What are the current best practices for managing state in React applications? Should I use Redux, Zustand, or stick with built-in React state management?
asked 7/12/2025
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janesmith
Jane Smith
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For React state management, here's my recommended approach based on application size and complexity:
Small to Medium Apps:
- Local State: Use useState for component-specific data
- Context API: For shared state across multiple components
- useReducer: For complex state logic
Large Apps:
- Zustand: Lightweight and modern state management
- Redux Toolkit: If you need time-travel debugging and complex middleware
The key is to start simple and add complexity only when needed!
answered 7/12/2025
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alicejohnson
Alice Johnson
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