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Props basics, prop flow, and props vs state

Props are read-only inputs from a parent, while state is data the component manages and can change over time.

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Props basics, prop flow, and props vs state

Props are read-only inputs from a parent, while state is data the component manages and can change over time.

  • Props flow downward
  • Props are not mutated by the child
  • State changes trigger re-renders

Props basics, prop flow, and props vs state