Lesson 6 - React Project File and Folder Walkthrough
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Bash/PowerShell terminal , run (Assue youe are already in your React project directory).
let's explore the typical React project file and folder structure in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and discuss the package.json file in the context of a Vite configuration.
React Project Structure in VS Code
A typical React project created using a tool like Create React App (CRA) or Vite will have a structure similar to this:
public/:
index.html: The main HTML file that serves as the entry point for the browser. It typically contains the root element where React renders the application.
favicon.ico: The favicon image that appears in the browser tab.
src/:
App.js: The root component of your application. It often handles the overall application logic and structure.
index.js: The entry point of your application where you render the App component.
components/: A folder to organize reusable components (e.g., Header, Footer, Button, etc.).
styles/: A folder to store CSS or SCSS files for styling your components.
assets/: A folder to store images, fonts, and other static assets.
node_modules/:
This folder contains all the third-party dependencies (libraries and packages) that your project relies on. It is automatically generated when you install dependencies using npm install or yarn add.
package.json:
This is the heart of a Node.js project. It's a JSON file that contains metadata about your project, such as the project name, version, author, and dependencies.
package.json in Vite Configuration
When using Vite, the package.json file plays a crucial role in project configuration. Here are some key aspects:
Dependencies:
You list all the project dependencies (e.g., React, ReactDOM, libraries) in the dependencies section.
You can also list development dependencies (e.g., testing libraries, linters) in the devDependencies section.
Scripts:
The scripts section defines commands that can be executed using npm run <script-name>. Common scripts in Vite include:
dev: Starts the development server.
build: Builds the application for production.
preview: Starts a preview server for the production build.
test: Runs unit tests.
Vite Configuration:
Vite uses a vite.config.js file for its configuration. However, you can also define some Vite-specific settings directly in the package.json file within the vite field. For example, you can specify the root directory, public directory, and other options.
Example package.json snippet for Vite:
In Summary
The package.json file is essential for managing project dependencies, defining scripts, and configuring Vite. By understanding its structure and contents, you can effectively manage and customize your React projects.
