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Explore the reasons behind the constant resetting of variables within the App() function in React Native, and learn effective solutions to manage state properly with hooks.
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Understanding Why Variables Inside App() in React Native Are Constantly Reset

In the world of React Native, developers often grapple with the behavior of variables declared inside component functions. A common question arises: Why do variables declared inside App() get constantly reset, while those outside do not? If you've ever encountered the frustrating behavior of your component updating in unexpected ways, this post is for you!

In this guide, we will explore this problem step by step and understand why the variables behave differently. We will also shine a light on the power of hooks for managing state effectively in functional components. Let’s dive in!

The Problem: Variable Behavior in React Native

When dealing with functional components in React Native, you might notice that variables defined within the App() function behave differently than global variables. For instance, the code below illustrates how a global variable designates a value that can be incremented, while a local variable within the App() gets reset every time a button is pressed:

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In this snippet, pressing the button linked to globalVar updates its value seamlessly, thanks to its declaration outside the App() function. In contrast, every time you interact with the button associated with localVar, it seems like its value oscillates between static values. Why does this happen?

Diving Deeper: The Mechanics of React Native

To understand this behavior, let’s break down what happens when you interact with the app:

1. The Mounting Step

In functional components, all code inside the function body (like localVar) is executed every time the component mounts. This occurs on each state update, meaning the local variable is re-declared on every render cycle. Conversely, a variable declared outside the component function (like globalVar) retains its value between renders.

2. The Update Mechanism

First Click: When you first click the button associated with localVar, it updates visually. The component then goes through the mounting step again; therefore, localVar is re-initialized to its original value of 10.

Second Click: The value displayed remains 20 as React optimizes updates. The component doesn’t rerender because it recognizes no changes occurred to the layout.

Third Click: By the third click, the layout recognizes that localVar is 30. Once again, React rerenders and all interim variables are reset to their initial values when entering the mounting step.

The Solution: Using Hooks for State Management

To effectively manage variable states in React Native and prevent unnecessary resets, React Hooks provide a better alternative. Here’s how you can rewrite our example using hooks:

Updating the Example

Instead of using a local variable, you can use useState to manage state within the App() function. Here’s an updated version:

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Key Takeaways

Local Variables: Declare them inside useState to maintain their state between renders.

Global Variables: Retain their values throughout component mounts and renders and can be used to keep consistent data when necessary.

Hooks: Embrace hooks for effective state management in your functional components.

Conclusion

By understanding how variable scoping and React’s rendering cycles work, we can prevent the issues associated with state resetting in our applications. Remember to leverage React Hooks to manage your state, as it provides a robust solution compared to traditional variable declarations. Enjoy coding with React Native!