React JS Masterclass - Go From Zero To Job Ready - Route Parameters / 057

The video tutorial covers the use of parameters in routing, focusing on dynamic values and the useParams hook in React. It explains how to handle search parameters for filtering and querying, and the useLocation hook for accessing comprehensive URL data. The tutorial also introduces handling 404 errors when no matching route is found.

Why are dynamic parameters important in routing?

• They allow for static content.

• They are used for styling purposes.

• They help avoid repetitive routes.

• They make the website slower.

What is the primary use of the 'useParams' hook in React Router?

• To style components.

• To fetch data from an API.

• To access dynamic route parameters.

• To manage component state.

Which hook would you use to access dynamic values in a URL?

• useState

• useParams

• useEffect

• useContext

How can you access a specific query parameter using 'useSearchParams'?

• By using the 'fetch' method with the key term.

• By using the 'set' method with the key term.

• By using the 'update' method with the key term.

• By using the 'get' method with the key term.

What is the difference between 'useParams' and 'useSearchParams'?

• 'useParams' is for query parameters, 'useSearchParams' is for dynamic route parameters.

• 'useParams' is for dynamic route parameters, 'useSearchParams' is for query parameters.

• Both are used for the same purpose.

• Neither is used for routing.

What kind of information can 'useLocation' provide?

• Only the current URL path.

• Comprehensive location data including path, search, and hash.

• Only the current search parameters.

• Only the current hash value.

What is a common use case for 'useLocation'?

• To style components.

• To access all location-related data for filtering or API requests.

• To fetch data from an API.

• To manage component state.

How does 'useLocation' differ from 'useParams'?

• 'useLocation' provides comprehensive location data, 'useParams' only provides dynamic route parameters.

• 'useLocation' is used for styling, 'useParams' is used for fetching data.

• 'useLocation' is used for managing state, 'useParams' is used for routing.

• Both are used for the same purpose.

What is the purpose of a 404 page?

• To manage user authentication.

• To show a page when a route is not found.

• To display a list of products.

• To display a contact form.

What should you do when a user navigates to a non-existent route?

• Redirect them to the homepage.

• Log them out of the application.

• Display a loading spinner.

• Show a 404 page not found.