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Learn how to correctly use state variables with `Axios` PUT requests in React Native to ensure that updated values are sent to your database.
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Understanding the Issue: Using State Variables in Axios PUT Requests in React Native

If you've been working with React Native and Axios, you may have encountered an issue when attempting to update a state variable and use its new value in a subsequent PUT request. This is a common problem for developers, especially when state updates seem to be out of sync with the requests being sent to the server.

In this post, we'll explore a specific case where a developer intends to decrement a user's token count but finds that the PUT request is using the old value instead of the updated one. We will delve into the code example provided and outline a solution to this issue for a smoother and more predictable data flow.

The Problem

Let's look at the relevant code snippet:

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Here, the tokens are decremented with setTokens(tokens - 1), but when the subsequent PUT request is made, it still sends the old tokens value instead of the updated state. This happens because setTokens is asynchronous, and the tokens variable has not updated by the time the PUT request executes.

The Solution: Using useEffect Hook

To handle this correctly, you can leverage the useEffect hook in React. Using useEffect, you can set up a side effect that will run after the state has been updated. Here’s how you can implement this solution:

Step-by-Step Implementation

Add the useEffect Hook: You will modify your component to include a new useEffect that watches for changes on the tokens state variable.

Move the PUT Request Inside useEffect: Call the PUT request within the useEffect to ensure it uses the latest tokens value.

Here is the modified version of your code:

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Summary of Changes

You wrapped the userProfileApi.put call inside a useEffect.

The effect will only run whenever tokens updates.

This ensures you are always working with the most recent value.

Conclusion

By applying the above modifications, you'll ensure that your PUT request always utilizes the current state value of tokens. This solution not only solves your immediate problem but also enhances your understanding of using state management effectively in React Native.

If you continue to explore and implement best practices, your experience with state and APIs will only improve. Happy coding!