React Query vs React's Context API
Hey folks,
I'm using React Query in a project and the idea is to use this in place of context providers. However, my question is, whether having both in a project is suitable? I understand they have different purposes, but it would be great if someone could outline when you would use one over the other (or use both for that matter).
Also, I have an example where I feel like using React Query is overkill, but would appreciate some feedback. The issue is, there is a page where a user selects an option in a dropdown and clicks on a button to continue their journey. I use the
In this instance, would I be able to do this using React Query?
I'm using React Query in a project and the idea is to use this in place of context providers. However, my question is, whether having both in a project is suitable? I understand they have different purposes, but it would be great if someone could outline when you would use one over the other (or use both for that matter).
Also, I have an example where I feel like using React Query is overkill, but would appreciate some feedback. The issue is, there is a page where a user selects an option in a dropdown and clicks on a button to continue their journey. I use the
useState hook and the context API to store the value of the dropdown, in order to access it on the following pages.In this instance, would I be able to do this using React Query?