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How to Create a React Project

How to Create a React Project

React is a popular JavaScript library for building interactive and dynamic user interfaces. Whether you are a beginner or a professional developer, creating a new React project is simple. In this guide, we’ll cover how to set up a React project both locally using Node.js and online using React.new.

Step 1: Install Node.js

To create a React project locally, you need Node.js installed on your system. Check your installation using: 

node -v
npm -v

Step 2: Create a React App Locally

Use create-react-app to scaffold a new project: 

npx create-react-app my-app
cd my-app
npm start

After running npm start, your app will be available at http://localhost:3000.

Step 3: Quick Start Using React.new

If you prefer to start instantly without installing anything, visit https://react.new. This creates a new React project in the browser, ready for immediate coding.

Step 4: Start Building Your App

Open src/App.js in your project (or use the online editor in React.new) to begin customizing your app. Learn to work with components, props, and state to create dynamic interfaces.

Step 5: Test Your App

Make sure your development server is running and open your app in the browser. Any changes you make in your code should reflect immediately thanks to React’s hot reloading.

Conclusion

Creating a React project is straightforward and flexible. You can work locally with Node.js or start instantly online with React.new. Experiment with components, state, and props to build engaging user interfaces. With just a few steps, you can get your first React app up and running and start building real projects.

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