Full Stack Web Development MASTERY Course - Novice to Expert - React Router

The video tutorial covers the implementation of React Router in a React application. It begins with an introduction to React Router, explaining its purpose and benefits. The tutorial then guides through the installation process of React Router using NPM, emphasizing the importance of version control. It further explains the use of Router and Switch components to manage navigation and ensure UI synchronization with the URL. The tutorial also covers setting up routes for different components and the use of the Link component to enable navigation without page reloads. The session concludes with a brief mention of class-based components.

What is the primary function of React Router in a React application?

• To manage state across components

• To handle form submissions

• To enable navigation between different views

• To optimize performance

Why is it recommended to specify a version when installing React Router?

• To ensure compatibility with older browsers

• To avoid syntax errors due to changes in newer versions

• To reduce installation time

• To get access to beta features

What is the purpose of the 'router' component in React?

• To surround the application and provide routing capabilities

• To manage global state

• To style components

• To handle API requests

What does the 'switch' component do in React Router?

• It manages component state

• It handles asynchronous data fetching

• It ensures only one route is rendered at a time

• It allows multiple routes to be displayed simultaneously

Why should 'link' components be used instead of anchor tags in React Router?

• To improve SEO

• To prevent full page reloads

• To enhance security

• To increase loading speed

What happens if you don't use the 'exact' keyword in a route?

• The application will crash

• The route will not be recognized

• The route will be ignored

• Partial matching will occur, potentially causing incorrect routes to render

What is the role of the 'path' attribute in a route component?

• To define the URL pattern for the route

• To specify the component's state

• To manage the component's lifecycle

• To set the component's style

How does the 'link' component improve navigation in a React application?

• By compressing data

• By rendering a fully accessible anchor tag with proper href

• By reducing server load

• By caching data locally

What is the significance of the 'two' attribute in a 'link' component?

• It manages the component's state

• It specifies the destination URL for navigation

• It handles data fetching

• It sets the component's style

What is the default behavior of a React application when navigating without using 'link' components?

• It uses WebSockets for communication

• It caches the page locally

• It sends a fresh request to the server each time

• It uses AJAX to fetch data