React is the most widely used front-end technology in the world, according to the Stack Overflow 2023 survey. We've been using it on our web projects since Galadrim was founded, and have followed its evolution and various updates.
3 reasons to choose React
01.
React is widely used
React is used by many companies, including Facebook, Netflix, Airbnb, Uber and X. It has a rich ecosystem of libraries and a strong community, making it easy to find solutions to common problems.
02.
React is powerful
React creates its own virtual DOM, updating only those elements that have changed when the page is modified. This results in high performance, even with complex applications.
03.
React is simple
React code is structured in the form of reusable components. This generally results in clean, easy-to-read code. We also couple the use of React with TypeScript, which enables us to detect errors earlier and improve maintainability.
Some projects realized with React
Component library
Delivery of components for Posos
Continuous delivery of interface components in React / TypeScript, with an agile delivery team integrated into the customer team.
From scratch
Bandai Online Calendar
Custom development of a promotional calendar tool for Bandai Namco, a major video game group.
PWA
I'm moving with La Poste
Creation of a moving assistance application. The application is a PWA (Progressive Web App), accessible on the web and published on the Play Store thanks to bubblewrap.
Galadmin
Galadmin is the React-based back-office module we've released as open-source. Galadmin lets you create a complete back-office in just a few minutes. It is compatible with MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
React is an open-source JavaScript library developed and maintained by Facebook since 2013. It is used to create interactive and dynamic user interfaces. React enables developers to build high-performance web applications using a declarative data model. Adding the React development module to an HTML page is quick and easy. You can gradually extend it to other elements of the site, or limit its presence to a few dynamic user interface components.
Is React a library or a framework?
React is a library, not a framework. The key difference between the two lies in the fact that a framework dictates the structure and architecture of your code, acting as a template for a house. A library, on the other hand, is like the furniture you can add to an existing house. React is a library because it can be added to existing code to create or modify user interface components. You decide how to use it, which differentiates it from a framework. Facebook, the creator of React, also calls it a library.
Can React be added to an existing project?
Yes, React can be added to an existing project. It can be used to create new user interface components, or to replace existing ones. It's also possible to create a stand-alone React application, and integrate it into an existing site.
Is it possible to have an SEO-optimized site with React?
Yes, it's possible to have an SEO-optimized site with React, but it takes a bit of work. There are several solutions, such as Server-Side Rendering (SSR) or Static Site Generation (SSG). We generally use SSR, which generates application pages on the server side, making them easier for search engines to read and improving SEO.
What's the difference between React and React Native?
React Native is a framework for mobile application development, using React to create user interface components.