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Intro to React

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Set up a React project using create-react-app.

  • Manage state and props to handle component interactions.

  • Explore JavaScript ES2015 features used in React.

  • Develop a simple application using React principles.

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April 2026

Assessments

6 assignments

Taught in English

There are 6 modules in this course

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course.

This course provides a hands-on introduction to ReactJS, focusing on essential concepts and tools. You'll explore how to set up a React project, master state management, and understand the fundamentals of JavaScript in the context of React development. Throughout the course, you'll learn how to build a simple React app and improve your front-end development skills. The course is structured to guide you through setting up the development environment, starting with JavaScript essentials and progressing into the React framework. You'll dive into state management, props, and use modern tools like Webpack and create-react-app to streamline the process. Whether you're a beginner in web development or looking to learn React as your next step, this course will teach you all the basics to get started. By the end of the course, you will be able to set up a React project, manage state and props, and begin building responsive React applications.

In this module, we will walk through the basics of learning ReactJS. You'll gain an understanding of the JavaScript features necessary for React development and how to set up the required build tools. Additionally, we will compare a simple JavaScript application with its React counterpart to demonstrate the power of React.

What's included

2 videos1 reading

2 videos•Total 19 minutes
  • Overview•1 minute
  • The First Leap•18 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
  • Full Course Resources•10 minutes

In this module, we will dive into the process of setting up and understanding the build system for React applications. You will learn how create-react-app simplifies the build process and how to handle assets like images and CSS during the build.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

2 videos•Total 41 minutes
  • Plunging into the Build•26 minutes
  • Plunging into the Build Part 2•14 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Setting Up the Build Process - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce you to key ES2015 JavaScript features that are commonly used in React development. These features, such as const/let, imports/exports, and destructuring, are essential for writing clean and efficient React code.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 video•Total 21 minutes
  • Taking a Breath of ES2015•21 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • JavaScript Essentials for React - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into the basic setup and boilerplate code created by create-react-app. You’ll learn the fundamental structure of a React application and how to begin building your first React components.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 video•Total 20 minutes
  • Diving into React•20 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Getting Started with React - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on mastering state in React. You will learn how to manage and use state within your React components, starting by building a counter application to showcase state functionality.

What's included

1 video1 assignment

1 video•Total 20 minutes
  • Powering Up with State•20 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
  • Mastering State in React - Assessment•15 minutes

In this module, we will explore how props can streamline state management in React applications. You will learn how to pass state from parent components to children and refactor your counter application to demonstrate this key concept.

What's included

1 video2 assignments

1 video•Total 18 minutes
  • Streamlining with Properties•18 minutes
2 assignments•Total 75 minutes
  • Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
  • Full Course Assessment•60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

React is a powerful JavaScript library used to build user interfaces, particularly for single-page applications. It helps developers create fast, interactive, and dynamic web applications by allowing efficient rendering of UI components. Its relevance has grown as more companies look for scalable, maintainable solutions to handle complex front-end applications.

This course introduces the fundamentals of React. It covers everything from setting up the build process to mastering the essential concepts such as state and props, JavaScript features that enhance React, and how to use React to build dynamic web applications.

After completing this course, you'll be able to build simple React applications, manage component states, pass data through props, and understand the fundamental React ecosystem. You'll have a solid foundation to dive deeper into more complex React concepts and tools.

To get the most out of this course, you should be familiar with basic JavaScript, including ES2015 features like let, const, imports/exports, and destructuring. Additionally, understanding how to use build tools like Webpack will be helpful, though not mandatory as the course will cover these topics as well.

This course is for beginner front-end developers who want to learn React. Whether you're new to React or transitioning from other frameworks, this course will give you the foundational skills to start building React applications.

The course lasts for 2 hours, covering essential React concepts, setup, and practice through hands-on examples.

Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.

If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

If you complete the course successfully, your electronic Course Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Course Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

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