GitHub Copilot Rules for React

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Browse optimized GitHub Copilot rules specifically designed for React development. These rules help GitHub Copilot's AI understand React best practices and patterns.

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Why Use GitHub Copilot Rules for React?

React's component-based architecture and hooks system require specific patterns for AI code generation. Well-configured rules help the AI understand your preferred state management approach, component composition patterns, and whether you're using class components or modern functional components with hooks.

Key Benefits

Consistent use of hooks like useState, useEffect, and useCallback
Proper component composition and prop drilling avoidance
Correct implementation of React.memo and useMemo for performance
Adherence to React 18+ concurrent features and Suspense patterns

Best Practices for React Rules

When configuring GitHub Copilot for React development, consider these recommendations:

1Define whether you prefer named exports or default exports for components

2Specify your state management library (Redux, Zustand, Jotai, etc.)

3Include rules for custom hook naming conventions (use* prefix)

4Set guidelines for error boundaries and fallback UI patterns

Common React Rule Patterns

Most React rules focus on functional components with hooks, TypeScript integration, and modern patterns like compound components and render props. Popular configurations include Next.js App Router integration, React Query for data fetching, and Tailwind CSS for styling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use React rules for Next.js projects?

For Next.js projects, we recommend using Next.js-specific rules which include React patterns plus additional server component and routing configurations. However, React rules are perfect for Vite, Create React App, or other React frameworks.

How do React rules handle class vs functional components?

Most modern rules focus on functional components with hooks, as this is the recommended pattern. If you're maintaining a legacy codebase with class components, look for rules that explicitly support both patterns.

Do React rules support React Native?

Some rules are designed specifically for React Native development. Look for rules tagged with 'react-native' or 'mobile' for platform-specific patterns like navigation and native modules.

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React Rules for GitHub Copilot

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