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Learn how to handle an infinite loop issue while using the `useMutation` hook in React.js with Apollo Client. Our step-by-step guide helps you get your component working flawlessly!
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How to Fix an infinite loop in React.js Using useMutation with Apollo Client

Using React.js along with Apollo Client for GraphQL can sometimes lead to unexpected issues, one of which is the notorious infinite loop. If you've ever faced this problem while working with the useMutation hook, this post is for you. We’ll identify the culprit causing this loop and provide a clean solution.

Understanding the Problem

Imagine you're building a user activation component that verifies an account via a special token found in the URL. Everything seems to be going well until you notice that your component keeps re-rendering, causing your mutation to execute repeatedly. Here’s a simple breakdown of your infinite loop issue:

Initial State: The mutation gets executed as you intend, and it returns success.

Subsequent Runs: After the initial execution, the component gives a false message ("It is not okay") instead of the appropriate response.

Culprit: The mutation is called inside the component body, which leads to repeated rendering.

Why Does the Infinite Loop Occur?

In your component, the addchannel mutation is executed directly in the body of the component. This leads to React continuously re-rendering the component whenever the state or props change, hence you see the infinite loop effect.

The Key Code Causing the Loop

Here’s the problematic line that initiates the infinite loop:

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The Solution

The good news is that we can fix this issue by using the useEffect hook. This hook allows you to execute side effects, such as mutations, conditionally based on dependencies (like component mounts).

Refactor Your Code

Instead of calling addchannel directly within the component body, it should be invoked within a useEffect hook. Here’s how to do it:

Step-by-Step Adjustment

Import useEffect: Make sure to import the useEffect hook from React.

Wrap addchannel: Place the mutation call inside the useEffect.

Here’s how your updated code will look:

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Important Notes

Dependency Array: The second argument of useEffect is a dependency array. By providing props.match.params.token, the mutation will only execute when this variable changes or when the component mounts for the first time.

State Updates: Make sure that all state updates are managed properly to avoid re-renders leading back to the mutation.

Conclusion

By encapsulating your mutation call within a useEffect, you eliminate the infinite loop issue, ensuring your component behaves as expected. This practice not only tidies up your code but also optimizes your React component to handle side effects effectively.

Is your component still facing issues even after applying this change? Feel free to reach out, and let's troubleshoot together!