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Web Development in React.js: Development Basics
React has become one of the most popular front-end JavaScript libraries, and for good reason. Its declarative syntax and efficient virtual DOM make it an ideal tool for building complex, interactive user interfaces. If you're new to React, this project will provide you with a solid foundation in the basics of building React applications. In this project, you will learn how to create React components using JSX syntax, and how to render them to the DOM using ReactDOM. You will also learn about the concept of parent-child data flow in React and how to implement it using props to pass data from parent components to child components. Additionally, you will learn how to use the useState() hook to manage state in functional React components, and how to implement dynamic behavior in your applications. Finally you gain a solid grasp of the useEffect() hook to manage side effects in a React component. In order to get the most out of this project, it is recommended learners have a background in the following: knowledge of Javascript DOM manipulation, basic Javascript programming such as setting variables, creating and calling functions, data types, conditional statements, events and loops, including map/filter methods, as well as importing and exporting modules.
This project should take approximately 1 hour to complete
Duration
7 Months
Institution
Coursera
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Coursera.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$171
Total Est. Investment
$171
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Web Development in React.js: Development Basics program at Coursera are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.