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Short Guide to React Fragments <Fragment></Fragment>: Pros and Cons
Hello, React developers! As you embark on your journey with React, you’re bound to encounter bits of code that may seem puzzling at first glance like I did. Today, let’s demystify one such piece: the <Fragment></Fragment> and its shorthand <>...</>. Take a deep breath, grab a cup of your favorite beverage, and let's calmly explore this topic together.
Diving into the World of React
React, for the uninitiated, is a robust JavaScript library designed to build intuitive user interfaces. One of its core tenets is the component-based architecture. Think of components as building blocks. However, these blocks have a rule: they must be wrapped in a single parent element.
But, what if you want to render multiple elements side-by-side without a parent container? Introducing: Fragments.
What Exactly is a Fragment?
In simpler terms, Fragments are like invisible wrappers. They allow you to bundle multiple elements together without adding a parent node to the DOM. The DOM (Document Object Model), represents the structure of your HTML document. Every tag in your HTML corresponds to a node in the DOM. By not adding unnecessary nodes, we can keep our application lean and performance-optimized.
