Mate Marschalko
Oct 20, 2023

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Good points about the potential pitfalls of using the && operator incorrectly in React, however, using !!list.length or list.length >= 1 as a replacement for && could result in unnecessary complexity in the code. The && operator is a key part of JS which, when understood correctly, can simplify code and improve readability.

Using ternary expressions can indeed solve the issue mentioned but it can become messy when handling complex conditions. Therefore, it's not always the ideal solution.

In summary, the key is not to avoid the && operator but to understand it and use it properly. That's a fundamental part of being a proficient Javascript and, hence, a React developer.

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Mate Marschalko
Mate Marschalko

Written by Mate Marschalko

Senior Creative Developer, Generative AI, Electronics with over 15 years experience | JavaScript, HTML, CSS

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