1. React
  2. ReactConf AU
  3. 2020
  4. Take a load off with React

Take a load off with React

When designing asynchronous operations in a React application (such as data fetching), it's easy to overlook the confusing and inconsistent user experience it can result in.

Jake Moxey at ReactConf AU 2020

When designing asynchronous operations in a React application (such as data fetching), it's easy to overlook the confusing and inconsistent user experience it can result in. The following issues can arise: - Managing promise states manually can be harmful to the user's experience. - Visibly reloading data that has already been seen by the user. - Loading spinners can appear for microseconds before resolving content. In an ever-present battle for our user's attention, details matter. Any combination of the above issues can lead to quite a jarring experience, so what can we do about it?