what is new in latest react 19 version?

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I am looking farword to know, what is new in latest react 19 version?

Madhu Patel · Answer

Compiler makes the applications to run faster, by reducing need for manual performance optimizations. Enhanced server side features with Server Components and Actions, by providing quick initial page loads. New hooks like useActionState, useFormStatus, useOptimistic, and use API simplify building responsive forms, handling asynchronous operations, and fetching data more effectively. Minor but impactful improvements like simplified ref use, better error messages, and direct support for document metadata (like ) directly in components, this make development smoother. For more details, you can read: https://react.dev/blog/2024/12/05/react-19

Pravesh Dubey · Answer

React 19 introduces Actions for easier handling of async events like form submissions. It includes new hooks like useOptimistic, useActionState, and useFormStatus for better state and form handling. Server Components are now stable with support for 'use client' and 'use server' directives. The new React Compiler automatically optimizes code, reducing the need for memo and useCallback. Concurrent rendering is now the default, enabling smoother and more responsive UI updates. React 19 adds native support for web components.

what is new in latest react 19 version?

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