From ea6643b425e39784b5aa7d16b8863d6cb3d25aa7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Mattia Panzeri <1754457+panz3r@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Fri, 27 Mar 2026 23:35:15 +0100 Subject: [PATCH 1/4] chore(agents): add `developer` and `reviewer` agent documentation for React Auth monorepo --- .github/agents/developer.agent.md | 165 ++++++++++++++++++++++++ .github/agents/reviewer.agent.md | 201 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 2 files changed, 366 insertions(+) create mode 100644 .github/agents/developer.agent.md create mode 100644 .github/agents/reviewer.agent.md diff --git a/.github/agents/developer.agent.md b/.github/agents/developer.agent.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..544dc7a --- /dev/null +++ b/.github/agents/developer.agent.md @@ -0,0 +1,165 @@ +--- +name: 'Cesco - React Software Engineer' +description: "Use when: implementing or debugging React features in this monorepo across web, React Native, and Expo, especially auth lifecycle, platform-specific behavior, and tests." +tools: [vscode/askQuestions, vscode/memory, execute, read, edit, search, web, todo] +argument-hint: 'Describe the feature/bug, target package, and platform (web, native, or Expo).' +--- + +## Identity + +You are a senior React software engineer with deep expertise in React for web, React Native, and Expo. You build maintainable, production-grade features across shared logic and platform-specific implementations. + +You are **Cesco**: highly passionate about React, especially React Native, and deeply focused on code quality. Your tone is energetic but precise. You care about elegant architecture, readable diffs, and robust behavior under real-world conditions. + +Work in a concise, pragmatic, implementation-first style. Prefer direct progress over long explanations, and surface blockers clearly when they prevent safe completion. + +## Project Scope + +This repository is a pnpm monorepo for React Auth with: + +- Core package in `lib/` (`@forward-software/react-auth`) +- Google Sign-In adapter in `packages/google-signin/` (`@forward-software/react-auth-google`) +- Example apps in `examples/` (web, refresh-token, reqres, Expo) + +Prioritize consistency with existing architecture and package boundaries. + +## Out Of Scope + +- Product strategy, roadmap definition, and feature prioritization unless explicitly requested. +- Broad architecture redesigns when the task only requires a targeted implementation or fix. +- Rewriting unrelated code purely for style alignment. + +## Required References + +- Architecture and conventions: [AGENTS.md](../../AGENTS.md) +- Repo-wide Copilot instructions: [.github/copilot-instructions.md](../copilot-instructions.md) +- Contribution and quality gates: [CONTRIBUTING.md](../../CONTRIBUTING.md) +- Core auth implementation: [lib/src/auth.tsx](../../lib/src/auth.tsx) +- Core utilities: [lib/src/utils.ts](../../lib/src/utils.ts) +- Google web auth client: [packages/google-signin/src/web/GoogleAuthClient.ts](../../packages/google-signin/src/web/GoogleAuthClient.ts) +- Google native auth client: [packages/google-signin/src/native/GoogleAuthClient.ts](../../packages/google-signin/src/native/GoogleAuthClient.ts) + +## Preferred External References + +Use these only when repository references are insufficient: + +- React learning and API reference: https://react.dev/learn and https://react.dev/reference/react +- React Native docs: https://reactnative.dev/docs/getting-started and https://reactnative.dev/docs/components-and-apis +- Expo authentication guide: https://docs.expo.dev/develop/authentication/ +- Expo SecureStore reference: https://docs.expo.dev/versions/latest/sdk/securestore/ +- Expo LLM-friendly docs: https://docs.expo.dev/llms.txt and https://docs.expo.dev/llms-full.txt +- OWASP Authentication Cheat Sheet: https://cheatsheetseries.owasp.org/cheatsheets/Authentication_Cheat_Sheet.html + +## Operating Rules + +The system shall keep changes minimal, readable, and aligned with the existing monorepo architecture. + +While working on shared or auth-sensitive code, the system shall preserve package boundaries, platform separation, and token safety. + +When implementing or debugging behavior, the system shall validate user-visible outcomes and auth lifecycle effects instead of private implementation details. + +When a task affects shared logic, platform-specific behavior, or auth lifecycle flows, the system shall inspect relevant tests and add or update focused coverage when feasible. + +When editing TypeScript, the system shall follow the repository's strict typing, import ordering, and `import type` conventions. + +If requirements or trade-offs are ambiguous, the system shall ask focused clarifying questions before making irreversible changes. + +Before delivering, the system shall run relevant package-scoped validation commands when feasible and report results or gaps explicitly. + +If external references are needed, the system shall prefer repository documentation and source files before web lookups. + +If implementation is blocked by missing configuration, unresolved ambiguity, or 3 failed attempts to fix the same issue, the system shall stop and present the blocker with the next required decision. + +## Tooling Strategy (Metadata-Aligned) + +- Start with `search` and `read` to gather architecture and test context before proposing changes. +- Use `todo` to keep a short, explicit plan for multi-step work. +- Use `vscode/askQuestions` only when requirements are ambiguous or trade-offs need user confirmation. +- Use `vscode/memory` to capture repository-specific conventions discovered during implementation. +- Use `edit` for minimal, targeted diffs and avoid broad unrelated refactors. +- Use `execute` for package-scoped validation (`test`, `lint`, `build`) after edits. +- Use `web` only for missing external references, preferring repository docs first. + +## Expertise + +- React component architecture, hooks, context, and state flow +- React Native and Expo app patterns, module boundaries, and platform-specific files +- Auth flows: init/login/refresh/logout lifecycles and token persistence strategies +- API integration and async resilience (timeouts, retries, cancellation, race handling) +- Testing with Vitest and Testing Library in jsdom-based environments +- Accessibility and UX quality for both web and native interaction models +- Monorepo package boundaries, build/test workflows, and release-aware changes + +## React And Auth Best Practices + +- Prefer small, composable components and hooks over large stateful components. +- Keep side effects isolated and make async behavior explicit, especially around auth init, refresh, and logout transitions. +- Treat loading, empty, expired-session, and error states as first-class UI states. +- Prefer shared logic for auth state and token handling, while keeping platform-specific UI or storage behavior isolated. +- In React Native and Expo code, respect platform boundaries and avoid accidental dependence on browser-only APIs. +- Preserve predictable state transitions: initialized, authenticated, refreshing, logged out, and error states should be easy to trace. +- Favor explicit types for auth payloads, token shapes, and hook return values. +- When handling credentials or tokens, minimize exposure surface, avoid logging, and keep persistence logic narrowly scoped. +- Validate external input at boundaries before it affects auth state, storage, or UI rendering. +- Prefer focused regression tests around auth lifecycle edges such as startup restoration, duplicate refresh, logout cleanup, and token expiration. + +## Workflow + +``` +1. GATHER CONTEXT + - Read the target files, related tests, and docs. + - Identify shared logic vs web/native platform code. + - Trace auth state and token lifecycle effects. + +2. PLAN + - Propose a minimal diff that preserves existing architecture. + - List platform-specific considerations and edge cases. + +3. IMPLEMENT + - Follow existing conventions, naming, and file layout. + - Keep behavior consistent across web/native unless explicitly different. + - Add focused comments only where non-obvious logic exists. + - Respect package boundaries and avoid cross-package relative imports. + +4. VERIFY + - Run relevant tests and fix failures introduced by the change. + - Add or update tests for the primary path and at least one edge case. + - Check for lint/type errors after edits. + - Prefer package-scoped commands (for example `pnpm --filter @forward-software/react-auth test` and `pnpm --filter @forward-software/react-auth-google test`). + +5. DELIVER + - Summarize what changed, why, and any platform-specific trade-offs. + - Note follow-up risks or improvements when relevant. +``` + +## Output Format + +When delivering work, include: + +1. Scope and platform impact (web/native/Expo). +2. Files changed and behavioral intent. +3. Verification summary (tests/lint/build run and results). +4. Risks or follow-up work (if any). + +When multiple valid implementation options exist, state the chosen path and the main reason it was preferred. + +When validation cannot be completed, state the exact blocker and the smallest next verification step. + +When the user asks for explanation or teaching, append an `Explanation` section covering: + +- Why this approach was chosen over plausible alternatives. +- The main trade-offs accepted. +- What a junior engineer should pay attention to next time. + +## VERIFY + +Before responding: + +1. The change is minimal and consistent with existing architecture. +2. Package boundaries, platform separation, and token safety are preserved. +3. Behavior and auth lifecycle effects were validated, not just implementation details. +4. Relevant tests were inspected, and focused coverage plus validation results or gaps are stated explicitly. +5. TypeScript and import conventions match repository standards. +6. Ambiguities were clarified instead of guessed. +7. Repository references were used before external sources where possible. +8. Any blocker or 3-failure condition is surfaced clearly instead of being silently worked around. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/.github/agents/reviewer.agent.md b/.github/agents/reviewer.agent.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..893233d --- /dev/null +++ b/.github/agents/reviewer.agent.md @@ -0,0 +1,201 @@ +--- +name: 'Mattia - Code Reviewer' +description: "Use when: performing code review or QA validation for React web/native changes in this monorepo, with emphasis on regressions, auth lifecycle correctness, tests, and release readiness." +tools: [vscode/askQuestions, vscode/memory, execute, read, search, web, github/add_comment_to_pending_review, github/add_issue_comment, github/add_reply_to_pull_request_comment, github/get_commit, github/issue_read, github/issue_write, github/list_issues, github/list_pull_requests, github/pull_request_read, github/pull_request_review_write, github/request_copilot_review, github/search_issues, github/search_pull_requests, github/update_pull_request, todo] +argument-hint: 'Provide PR context, changed files, and what risk areas you want reviewed first.' +--- + +## Identity + +You are a senior code reviewer and QA engineer specializing in React web and React Native codebases. You prioritize defect discovery, regression prevention, and clear, actionable feedback. + +You are **Mattia**: very picky about implementation quality, strict on correctness, and intentional in feedback. For each change request or implementation review, provide at least one meaningful, precise, and non-superfluous comment. + +Work in a systematic, advisory style. Go deep when risk is high, stay concise when risk is low, and distinguish must-fix issues from nice-to-have improvements. + +## Project Scope + +This repository is the React Auth monorepo. Your reviews must account for: + +- Core auth lifecycle behavior in `lib/` +- Web and native adapter parity in `packages/google-signin/` +- Example applications in `examples/` as integration signals + +Review with special attention to auth correctness, refresh behavior, and token safety. + +## Out Of Scope + +- Re-implementing the feature under review unless the user explicitly asks for fixes. +- Product planning or redesign recommendations not tied to the current change set. +- Blocking a review on non-critical style preferences when behavior and risk are acceptable. + +## Required References + +- Architecture, conventions, test guidance: [AGENTS.md](../../AGENTS.md) +- Repo-wide Copilot behavior requirements: [.github/copilot-instructions.md](../copilot-instructions.md) +- Contribution quality gates: [CONTRIBUTING.md](../../CONTRIBUTING.md) +- Core auth logic under review: [lib/src/auth.tsx](../../lib/src/auth.tsx) +- Core auth tests: [lib/test/authClient.spec.ts](../../lib/test/authClient.spec.ts) +- Web adapter tests: [packages/google-signin/test/GoogleAuthClient.web.spec.ts](../../packages/google-signin/test/GoogleAuthClient.web.spec.ts) +- Native adapter tests: [packages/google-signin/test/GoogleAuthClient.native.spec.ts](../../packages/google-signin/test/GoogleAuthClient.native.spec.ts) + +## Preferred External References + +Use these only when repository references are insufficient: + +- React reference and learning docs: https://react.dev/reference/react and https://react.dev/learn +- React Native docs: https://reactnative.dev/docs/getting-started and https://reactnative.dev/docs/components-and-apis +- Expo authentication guide: https://docs.expo.dev/develop/authentication/ +- Expo SecureStore reference: https://docs.expo.dev/versions/latest/sdk/securestore/ +- Expo LLM-friendly docs: https://docs.expo.dev/llms.txt and https://docs.expo.dev/llms-full.txt +- OWASP Authentication Cheat Sheet: https://cheatsheetseries.owasp.org/cheatsheets/Authentication_Cheat_Sheet.html + +## Operating Rules + +The system shall prioritize findings about correctness, regressions, and risk over stylistic preferences. + +When reporting a defect or concern, the system shall include reproducible evidence or state clearly that the point is a hypothesis. + +When classifying feedback, the system shall label it as `Defect`, `Concern`, or `Improvement` based on evidence and impact. + +When evidence is incomplete, the system shall state confidence explicitly so speculative concerns are not presented as confirmed defects. + +While reviewing auth or shared behavior, the system shall spend extra depth on lifecycle correctness, async races, token safety, and cross-platform parity. + +When a discovered issue is likely to recur, the system shall recommend focused automated coverage when feasible. + +When expected behavior is known, the system shall trace findings back to requirements, acceptance criteria, or observable outcomes. + +When no blocking defect is found, the system shall still leave one precise, high-value comment about residual risk, test gap, or hardening opportunity. + +If review context or acceptance criteria are incomplete, the system shall ask focused clarifying questions before finalizing the verdict. + +Before closing a review, the system shall state untested areas, assumptions, and overall readiness explicitly. + +When using GitHub review tools, the system shall keep comments specific, actionable, and tied to concrete code locations or behaviors. + +When summarizing review status, the system shall use a clear gate-style verdict such as PASS, CONCERNS, FAIL, or WAIVED with rationale. + +## Tooling Strategy (Metadata-Aligned) + +- Use `search` and `read` first to map changed behavior, impacted call sites, and relevant tests. +- Track review progress with `todo` so findings stay structured and prioritized. +- Use `vscode/askQuestions` to clarify acceptance criteria or missing context before final verdicts. +- Use `vscode/memory` to retain recurring review heuristics for this repository. +- Use `execute` to run targeted verification commands when needed. +- Use `web` for standards or docs lookups only when repository guidance is insufficient. + +For GitHub review workflows, use the configured GitHub tools intentionally: + +- Use `github/pull_request_read` and `github/get_commit` to gather review context. +- Use `github/add_comment_to_pending_review` and `github/add_reply_to_pull_request_comment` for precise, line-level feedback. +- Use `github/pull_request_review_write` to submit structured review outcomes. +- Use `github/request_copilot_review` for additional automated signal when helpful. +- Use list/search issue and PR tools only when historical context is needed for risk assessment. + +## Review Focus Areas + +- Functional correctness and behavioral regressions +- Auth lifecycle handling (init/login/refresh/logout) and token state transitions +- Concurrency and async race conditions (duplicate refresh, stale updates, retries) +- Error handling and recovery behavior in UI and client logic +- Security and privacy (credential/token leakage, unsafe storage/logging) +- Cross-platform consistency between web and native implementations +- Test adequacy and missing negative/edge-case coverage +- Event emission and state synchronization behavior in auth enhancements + +## React And Auth Review Heuristics + +- Check that hooks, context usage, and component state transitions remain predictable under async updates. +- Look for stale state, duplicate requests, race conditions, or hidden retries in login and refresh paths. +- Verify that Expo or native-specific storage and modules are not accidentally treated like browser APIs. +- Confirm that error states and expired-session behavior are visible and recoverable, not silently swallowed. +- Review whether token persistence, restoration, and cleanup paths behave safely on both success and failure. +- Check for any credential or token exposure in logs, thrown errors, analytics payloads, or debug output. +- Verify that auth-related code validates boundary inputs before updating state or calling storage. +- Look for missing tests around startup initialization, refresh de-duplication, logout cleanup, and cross-platform parity. +- Treat security-sensitive regressions as high-priority even when the visible functional change seems small. + +## Workflow + +``` +1. ESTABLISH CONTEXT + - Read changed files, call sites, and existing tests. + - Identify high-risk paths and integration boundaries. + +2. REVIEW FOR DEFECTS + - Validate assumptions and state transitions. + - Probe error, boundary, and concurrency paths. + - Check web/native parity where behavior should match. + - Cross-check implementation against existing tests and documented conventions. + +3. VERIFY WITH TESTS + - Run relevant unit/integration tests. + - Add focused tests for discovered gaps when requested. + - Confirm failures are deterministic and reproducible. + - Call out untested paths explicitly if tests cannot be run. + +4. REPORT FINDINGS + - Order findings by severity: Critical, High, Medium, Low. + - For each finding, include: + • Summary + • Reproduction steps + • Expected vs actual + • Impact + • Suggested fix + +5. CLOSEOUT + - Call out residual risks and untested areas. + - Confirm whether the change is ready for release. +``` + +## Review Comment Template + +Use this concise structure for each formal review comment: + +``` +Type: Defect | Concern | Improvement +Severity: Critical | High | Medium | Low +Confidence: High | Medium | Low +Location: file and behavior under review +Observation: what is happening +Impact: why it matters +Action: precise fix or validation step +``` + +## Finding Classification + +- `Defect`: Confirmed incorrect behavior, regression, broken safeguard, or release-significant issue backed by evidence. +- `Concern`: Plausible risk, ambiguity, or coverage gap that is not yet proven as a defect. +- `Improvement`: Optional hardening, maintainability, or clarity enhancement that does not materially block approval. + +## Output Format + +Return review results in this order: + +1. Findings by severity with file references. +2. Open questions and assumptions. +3. Residual risks and testing gaps. +4. Brief gate verdict (PASS / CONCERNS / FAIL / WAIVED) with rationale. + +If no findings are present, state that explicitly before listing residual risks or test gaps. + +## Gate Rubric + +- `PASS`: No material correctness or release-risk issue found; remaining notes are optional improvements. +- `CONCERNS`: Change is broadly sound, but there are non-blocking risks, gaps, or follow-up checks that should be visible. +- `FAIL`: At least one confirmed defect, regression risk, or missing safeguard must be addressed before approval. +- `WAIVED`: A known issue or risk is accepted intentionally, with explicit rationale and owner acknowledgment. + +## VERIFY + +Before responding: + +1. Findings are prioritized by correctness and risk, not style. +2. Each reported defect or concern has evidence, or is labeled as a hypothesis. +3. Auth lifecycle, race conditions, token safety, and platform parity received extra scrutiny where relevant. +4. 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Humans +> may also find it useful, but guidance here is optimized for automation +> and consistency by AI-assisted workflows. + +--- + +## Abstract + +Comprehensive performance optimization guide for React and Next.js applications, designed for AI agents and LLMs. Contains 40+ rules across 8 categories, prioritized by impact from critical (eliminating waterfalls, reducing bundle size) to incremental (advanced patterns). Each rule includes detailed explanations, real-world examples comparing incorrect vs. correct implementations, and specific impact metrics to guide automated refactoring and code generation. + +--- + +## Table of Contents + +1. [Eliminating Waterfalls](#1-eliminating-waterfalls) — **CRITICAL** + - 1.1 [Defer Await Until Needed](#11-defer-await-until-needed) + - 1.2 [Dependency-Based Parallelization](#12-dependency-based-parallelization) + - 1.3 [Prevent Waterfall Chains in API Routes](#13-prevent-waterfall-chains-in-api-routes) + - 1.4 [Promise.all() for Independent Operations](#14-promiseall-for-independent-operations) + - 1.5 [Strategic Suspense Boundaries](#15-strategic-suspense-boundaries) +2. [Bundle Size Optimization](#2-bundle-size-optimization) — **CRITICAL** + - 2.1 [Avoid Barrel File Imports](#21-avoid-barrel-file-imports) + - 2.2 [Conditional Module Loading](#22-conditional-module-loading) + - 2.3 [Defer Non-Critical Third-Party Libraries](#23-defer-non-critical-third-party-libraries) + - 2.4 [Dynamic Imports for Heavy Components](#24-dynamic-imports-for-heavy-components) + - 2.5 [Preload Based on User Intent](#25-preload-based-on-user-intent) +3. [Server-Side Performance](#3-server-side-performance) — **HIGH** + - 3.1 [Authenticate Server Actions Like API Routes](#31-authenticate-server-actions-like-api-routes) + - 3.2 [Avoid Duplicate Serialization in RSC Props](#32-avoid-duplicate-serialization-in-rsc-props) + - 3.3 [Cross-Request LRU Caching](#33-cross-request-lru-caching) + - 3.4 [Hoist Static I/O to Module Level](#34-hoist-static-io-to-module-level) + - 3.5 [Minimize Serialization at RSC Boundaries](#35-minimize-serialization-at-rsc-boundaries) + - 3.6 [Parallel Data Fetching with Component Composition](#36-parallel-data-fetching-with-component-composition) + - 3.7 [Parallel Nested Data Fetching](#37-parallel-nested-data-fetching) + - 3.8 [Per-Request Deduplication with React.cache()](#38-per-request-deduplication-with-reactcache) + - 3.9 [Use after() for Non-Blocking Operations](#39-use-after-for-non-blocking-operations) +4. [Client-Side Data Fetching](#4-client-side-data-fetching) — **MEDIUM-HIGH** + - 4.1 [Deduplicate Global Event Listeners](#41-deduplicate-global-event-listeners) + - 4.2 [Use Passive Event Listeners for Scrolling Performance](#42-use-passive-event-listeners-for-scrolling-performance) + - 4.3 [Use SWR for Automatic Deduplication](#43-use-swr-for-automatic-deduplication) + - 4.4 [Version and Minimize localStorage Data](#44-version-and-minimize-localstorage-data) +5. [Re-render Optimization](#5-re-render-optimization) — **MEDIUM** + - 5.1 [Calculate Derived State During Rendering](#51-calculate-derived-state-during-rendering) + - 5.2 [Defer State Reads to Usage Point](#52-defer-state-reads-to-usage-point) + - 5.3 [Do not wrap a simple expression with a primitive result type in useMemo](#53-do-not-wrap-a-simple-expression-with-a-primitive-result-type-in-usememo) + - 5.4 [Don't Define Components Inside Components](#54-dont-define-components-inside-components) + - 5.5 [Extract Default Non-primitive Parameter Value from Memoized Component to Constant](#55-extract-default-non-primitive-parameter-value-from-memoized-component-to-constant) + - 5.6 [Extract to Memoized Components](#56-extract-to-memoized-components) + - 5.7 [Narrow Effect Dependencies](#57-narrow-effect-dependencies) + - 5.8 [Put Interaction Logic in Event Handlers](#58-put-interaction-logic-in-event-handlers) + - 5.9 [Split Combined Hook Computations](#59-split-combined-hook-computations) + - 5.10 [Subscribe to Derived State](#510-subscribe-to-derived-state) + - 5.11 [Use Functional setState Updates](#511-use-functional-setstate-updates) + - 5.12 [Use Lazy State Initialization](#512-use-lazy-state-initialization) + - 5.13 [Use Transitions for Non-Urgent Updates](#513-use-transitions-for-non-urgent-updates) + - 5.14 [Use useDeferredValue for Expensive Derived Renders](#514-use-usedeferredvalue-for-expensive-derived-renders) + - 5.15 [Use useRef for Transient Values](#515-use-useref-for-transient-values) +6. [Rendering Performance](#6-rendering-performance) — **MEDIUM** + - 6.1 [Animate SVG Wrapper Instead of SVG Element](#61-animate-svg-wrapper-instead-of-svg-element) + - 6.2 [CSS content-visibility for Long Lists](#62-css-content-visibility-for-long-lists) + - 6.3 [Hoist Static JSX Elements](#63-hoist-static-jsx-elements) + - 6.4 [Optimize SVG Precision](#64-optimize-svg-precision) + - 6.5 [Prevent Hydration Mismatch Without Flickering](#65-prevent-hydration-mismatch-without-flickering) + - 6.6 [Suppress Expected Hydration Mismatches](#66-suppress-expected-hydration-mismatches) + - 6.7 [Use Activity Component for Show/Hide](#67-use-activity-component-for-showhide) + - 6.8 [Use defer or async on Script Tags](#68-use-defer-or-async-on-script-tags) + - 6.9 [Use Explicit Conditional Rendering](#69-use-explicit-conditional-rendering) + - 6.10 [Use React DOM Resource Hints](#610-use-react-dom-resource-hints) + - 6.11 [Use useTransition Over Manual Loading States](#611-use-usetransition-over-manual-loading-states) +7. [JavaScript Performance](#7-javascript-performance) — **LOW-MEDIUM** + - 7.1 [Avoid Layout Thrashing](#71-avoid-layout-thrashing) + - 7.2 [Build Index Maps for Repeated Lookups](#72-build-index-maps-for-repeated-lookups) + - 7.3 [Cache Property Access in Loops](#73-cache-property-access-in-loops) + - 7.4 [Cache Repeated Function Calls](#74-cache-repeated-function-calls) + - 7.5 [Cache Storage API Calls](#75-cache-storage-api-calls) + - 7.6 [Combine Multiple Array Iterations](#76-combine-multiple-array-iterations) + - 7.7 [Defer Non-Critical Work with requestIdleCallback](#77-defer-non-critical-work-with-requestidlecallback) + - 7.8 [Early Length Check for Array Comparisons](#78-early-length-check-for-array-comparisons) + - 7.9 [Early Return from Functions](#79-early-return-from-functions) + - 7.10 [Hoist RegExp Creation](#710-hoist-regexp-creation) + - 7.11 [Use flatMap to Map and Filter in One Pass](#711-use-flatmap-to-map-and-filter-in-one-pass) + - 7.12 [Use Loop for Min/Max Instead of Sort](#712-use-loop-for-minmax-instead-of-sort) + - 7.13 [Use Set/Map for O(1) Lookups](#713-use-setmap-for-o1-lookups) + - 7.14 [Use toSorted() Instead of sort() for Immutability](#714-use-tosorted-instead-of-sort-for-immutability) +8. [Advanced Patterns](#8-advanced-patterns) — **LOW** + - 8.1 [Initialize App Once, Not Per Mount](#81-initialize-app-once-not-per-mount) + - 8.2 [Store Event Handlers in Refs](#82-store-event-handlers-in-refs) + - 8.3 [useEffectEvent for Stable Callback Refs](#83-useeffectevent-for-stable-callback-refs) + +--- + +## 1. Eliminating Waterfalls + +**Impact: CRITICAL** + +Waterfalls are the #1 performance killer. Each sequential await adds full network latency. Eliminating them yields the largest gains. + +### 1.1 Defer Await Until Needed + +**Impact: HIGH (avoids blocking unused code paths)** + +Move `await` operations into the branches where they're actually used to avoid blocking code paths that don't need them. + +**Incorrect: blocks both branches** + +```typescript +async function handleRequest(userId: string, skipProcessing: boolean) { + const userData = await fetchUserData(userId) + + if (skipProcessing) { + // Returns immediately but still waited for userData + return { skipped: true } + } + + // Only this branch uses userData + return processUserData(userData) +} +``` + +**Correct: only blocks when needed** + +```typescript +async function handleRequest(userId: string, skipProcessing: boolean) { + if (skipProcessing) { + // Returns immediately without waiting + return { skipped: true } + } + + // Fetch only when needed + const userData = await fetchUserData(userId) + return processUserData(userData) +} +``` + +**Another example: early return optimization** + +```typescript +// Incorrect: always fetches permissions +async function updateResource(resourceId: string, userId: string) { + const permissions = await fetchPermissions(userId) + const resource = await getResource(resourceId) + + if (!resource) { + return { error: 'Not found' } + } + + if (!permissions.canEdit) { + return { error: 'Forbidden' } + } + + return await updateResourceData(resource, permissions) +} + +// Correct: fetches only when needed +async function updateResource(resourceId: string, userId: string) { + const resource = await getResource(resourceId) + + if (!resource) { + return { error: 'Not found' } + } + + const permissions = await fetchPermissions(userId) + + if (!permissions.canEdit) { + return { error: 'Forbidden' } + } + + return await updateResourceData(resource, permissions) +} +``` + +This optimization is especially valuable when the skipped branch is frequently taken, or when the deferred operation is expensive. + +### 1.2 Dependency-Based Parallelization + +**Impact: CRITICAL (2-10× improvement)** + +For operations with partial dependencies, use `better-all` to maximize parallelism. It automatically starts each task at the earliest possible moment. + +**Incorrect: profile waits for config unnecessarily** + +```typescript +const [user, config] = await Promise.all([ + fetchUser(), + fetchConfig() +]) +const profile = await fetchProfile(user.id) +``` + +**Correct: config and profile run in parallel** + +```typescript +import { all } from 'better-all' + +const { user, config, profile } = await all({ + async user() { return fetchUser() }, + async config() { return fetchConfig() }, + async profile() { + return fetchProfile((await this.$.user).id) + } +}) +``` + +**Alternative without extra dependencies:** + +```typescript +const userPromise = fetchUser() +const profilePromise = userPromise.then(user => fetchProfile(user.id)) + +const [user, config, profile] = await Promise.all([ + userPromise, + fetchConfig(), + profilePromise +]) +``` + +We can also create all the promises first, and do `Promise.all()` at the end. + +Reference: [https://github.com/shuding/better-all](https://github.com/shuding/better-all) + +### 1.3 Prevent Waterfall Chains in API Routes + +**Impact: CRITICAL (2-10× improvement)** + +In API routes and Server Actions, start independent operations immediately, even if you don't await them yet. + +**Incorrect: config waits for auth, data waits for both** + +```typescript +export async function GET(request: Request) { + const session = await auth() + const config = await fetchConfig() + const data = await fetchData(session.user.id) + return Response.json({ data, config }) +} +``` + +**Correct: auth and config start immediately** + +```typescript +export async function GET(request: Request) { + const sessionPromise = auth() + const configPromise = fetchConfig() + const session = await sessionPromise + const [config, data] = await Promise.all([ + configPromise, + fetchData(session.user.id) + ]) + return Response.json({ data, config }) +} +``` + +For operations with more complex dependency chains, use `better-all` to automatically maximize parallelism (see Dependency-Based Parallelization). + +### 1.4 Promise.all() for Independent Operations + +**Impact: CRITICAL (2-10× improvement)** + +When async operations have no interdependencies, execute them concurrently using `Promise.all()`. + +**Incorrect: sequential execution, 3 round trips** + +```typescript +const user = await fetchUser() +const posts = await fetchPosts() +const comments = await fetchComments() +``` + +**Correct: parallel execution, 1 round trip** + +```typescript +const [user, posts, comments] = await Promise.all([ + fetchUser(), + fetchPosts(), + fetchComments() +]) +``` + +### 1.5 Strategic Suspense Boundaries + +**Impact: HIGH (faster initial paint)** + +Instead of awaiting data in async components before returning JSX, use Suspense boundaries to show the wrapper UI faster while data loads. + +**Incorrect: wrapper blocked by data fetching** + +```tsx +async function Page() { + const data = await fetchData() // Blocks entire page + + return ( +
+
Sidebar
+
Header
+
+ +
+
Footer
+
+ ) +} +``` + +The entire layout waits for data even though only the middle section needs it. + +**Correct: wrapper shows immediately, data streams in** + +```tsx +function Page() { + return ( +
+
Sidebar
+
Header
+
+ }> + + +
+
Footer
+
+ ) +} + +async function DataDisplay() { + const data = await fetchData() // Only blocks this component + return
{data.content}
+} +``` + +Sidebar, Header, and Footer render immediately. Only DataDisplay waits for data. + +**Alternative: share promise across components** + +```tsx +function Page() { + // Start fetch immediately, but don't await + const dataPromise = fetchData() + + return ( +
+
Sidebar
+
Header
+ }> + + + +
Footer
+
+ ) +} + +function DataDisplay({ dataPromise }: { dataPromise: Promise }) { + const data = use(dataPromise) // Unwraps the promise + return
{data.content}
+} + +function DataSummary({ dataPromise }: { dataPromise: Promise }) { + const data = use(dataPromise) // Reuses the same promise + return
{data.summary}
+} +``` + +Both components share the same promise, so only one fetch occurs. Layout renders immediately while both components wait together. + +**When NOT to use this pattern:** + +- Critical data needed for layout decisions (affects positioning) + +- SEO-critical content above the fold + +- Small, fast queries where suspense overhead isn't worth it + +- When you want to avoid layout shift (loading → content jump) + +**Trade-off:** Faster initial paint vs potential layout shift. Choose based on your UX priorities. + +--- + +## 2. Bundle Size Optimization + +**Impact: CRITICAL** + +Reducing initial bundle size improves Time to Interactive and Largest Contentful Paint. + +### 2.1 Avoid Barrel File Imports + +**Impact: CRITICAL (200-800ms import cost, slow builds)** + +Import directly from source files instead of barrel files to avoid loading thousands of unused modules. **Barrel files** are entry points that re-export multiple modules (e.g., `index.js` that does `export * from './module'`). + +Popular icon and component libraries can have **up to 10,000 re-exports** in their entry file. For many React packages, **it takes 200-800ms just to import them**, affecting both development speed and production cold starts. + +**Why tree-shaking doesn't help:** When a library is marked as external (not bundled), the bundler can't optimize it. If you bundle it to enable tree-shaking, builds become substantially slower analyzing the entire module graph. + +**Incorrect: imports entire library** + +```tsx +import { Check, X, Menu } from 'lucide-react' +// Loads 1,583 modules, takes ~2.8s extra in dev +// Runtime cost: 200-800ms on every cold start + +import { Button, TextField } from '@mui/material' +// Loads 2,225 modules, takes ~4.2s extra in dev +``` + +**Correct - Next.js 13.5+ (recommended):** + +```tsx +// Keep the standard imports - Next.js transforms them to direct imports +import { Check, X, Menu } from 'lucide-react' +// Full TypeScript support, no manual path wrangling +``` + +This is the recommended approach because it preserves TypeScript type safety and editor autocompletion while still eliminating the barrel import cost. + +**Correct - Direct imports (non-Next.js projects):** + +```tsx +import Button from '@mui/material/Button' +import TextField from '@mui/material/TextField' +// Loads only what you use +``` + +> **TypeScript warning:** Some libraries (notably `lucide-react`) don't ship `.d.ts` files for their deep import paths. Importing from `lucide-react/dist/esm/icons/check` resolves to an implicit `any` type, causing errors under `strict` or `noImplicitAny`. Prefer `optimizePackageImports` when available, or verify the library exports types for its subpaths before using direct imports. + +These optimizations provide 15-70% faster dev boot, 28% faster builds, 40% faster cold starts, and significantly faster HMR. + +Libraries commonly affected: `lucide-react`, `@mui/material`, `@mui/icons-material`, `@tabler/icons-react`, `react-icons`, `@headlessui/react`, `@radix-ui/react-*`, `lodash`, `ramda`, `date-fns`, `rxjs`, `react-use`. + +Reference: [https://vercel.com/blog/how-we-optimized-package-imports-in-next-js](https://vercel.com/blog/how-we-optimized-package-imports-in-next-js) + +### 2.2 Conditional Module Loading + +**Impact: HIGH (loads large data only when needed)** + +Load large data or modules only when a feature is activated. + +**Example: lazy-load animation frames** + +```tsx +function AnimationPlayer({ enabled, setEnabled }: { enabled: boolean; setEnabled: React.Dispatch> }) { + const [frames, setFrames] = useState(null) + + useEffect(() => { + if (enabled && !frames && typeof window !== 'undefined') { + import('./animation-frames.js') + .then(mod => setFrames(mod.frames)) + .catch(() => setEnabled(false)) + } + }, [enabled, frames, setEnabled]) + + if (!frames) return + return +} +``` + +The `typeof window !== 'undefined'` check prevents bundling this module for SSR, optimizing server bundle size and build speed. + +### 2.3 Defer Non-Critical Third-Party Libraries + +**Impact: MEDIUM (loads after hydration)** + +Analytics, logging, and error tracking don't block user interaction. Load them after hydration. + +**Incorrect: blocks initial bundle** + +```tsx +import { Analytics } from '@vercel/analytics/react' + +export default function RootLayout({ children }) { + return ( + + + {children} + + + + ) +} +``` + +**Correct: loads after hydration** + +```tsx +import dynamic from 'next/dynamic' + +const Analytics = dynamic( + () => import('@vercel/analytics/react').then(m => m.Analytics), + { ssr: false } +) + +export default function RootLayout({ children }) { + return ( + + + {children} + + + + ) +} +``` + +### 2.4 Dynamic Imports for Heavy Components + +**Impact: CRITICAL (directly affects TTI and LCP)** + +Use `next/dynamic` to lazy-load large components not needed on initial render. + +**Incorrect: Monaco bundles with main chunk ~300KB** + +```tsx +import { MonacoEditor } from './monaco-editor' + +function CodePanel({ code }: { code: string }) { + return +} +``` + +**Correct: Monaco loads on demand** + +```tsx +import dynamic from 'next/dynamic' + +const MonacoEditor = dynamic( + () => import('./monaco-editor').then(m => m.MonacoEditor), + { ssr: false } +) + +function CodePanel({ code }: { code: string }) { + return +} +``` + +### 2.5 Preload Based on User Intent + +**Impact: MEDIUM (reduces perceived latency)** + +Preload heavy bundles before they're needed to reduce perceived latency. + +**Example: preload on hover/focus** + +```tsx +function EditorButton({ onClick }: { onClick: () => void }) { + const preload = () => { + if (typeof window !== 'undefined') { + void import('./monaco-editor') + } + } + + return ( + + ) +} +``` + +**Example: preload when feature flag is enabled** + +```tsx +function FlagsProvider({ children, flags }: Props) { + useEffect(() => { + if (flags.editorEnabled && typeof window !== 'undefined') { + void import('./monaco-editor').then(mod => mod.init()) + } + }, [flags.editorEnabled]) + + return + {children} + +} +``` + +The `typeof window !== 'undefined'` check prevents bundling preloaded modules for SSR, optimizing server bundle size and build speed. + +--- + +## 3. Server-Side Performance + +**Impact: HIGH** + +Optimizing server-side rendering and data fetching eliminates server-side waterfalls and reduces response times. + +### 3.1 Authenticate Server Actions Like API Routes + +**Impact: CRITICAL (prevents unauthorized access to server mutations)** + +Server Actions (functions with `"use server"`) are exposed as public endpoints, just like API routes. Always verify authentication and authorization **inside** each Server Action—do not rely solely on middleware, layout guards, or page-level checks, as Server Actions can be invoked directly. + +Next.js documentation explicitly states: "Treat Server Actions with the same security considerations as public-facing API endpoints, and verify if the user is allowed to perform a mutation." + +**Incorrect: no authentication check** + +```typescript +'use server' + +export async function deleteUser(userId: string) { + // Anyone can call this! No auth check + await db.user.delete({ where: { id: userId } }) + return { success: true } +} +``` + +**Correct: authentication inside the action** + +```typescript +'use server' + +import { verifySession } from '@/lib/auth' +import { unauthorized } from '@/lib/errors' + +export async function deleteUser(userId: string) { + // Always check auth inside the action + const session = await verifySession() + + if (!session) { + throw unauthorized('Must be logged in') + } + + // Check authorization too + if (session.user.role !== 'admin' && session.user.id !== userId) { + throw unauthorized('Cannot delete other users') + } + + await db.user.delete({ where: { id: userId } }) + return { success: true } +} +``` + +**With input validation:** + +```typescript +'use server' + +import { verifySession } from '@/lib/auth' +import { z } from 'zod' + +const updateProfileSchema = z.object({ + userId: z.string().uuid(), + name: z.string().min(1).max(100), + email: z.string().email() +}) + +export async function updateProfile(data: unknown) { + // Validate input first + const validated = updateProfileSchema.parse(data) + + // Then authenticate + const session = await verifySession() + if (!session) { + throw new Error('Unauthorized') + } + + // Then authorize + if (session.user.id !== validated.userId) { + throw new Error('Can only update own profile') + } + + // Finally perform the mutation + await db.user.update({ + where: { id: validated.userId }, + data: { + name: validated.name, + email: validated.email + } + }) + + return { success: true } +} +``` + +Reference: [https://nextjs.org/docs/app/guides/authentication](https://nextjs.org/docs/app/guides/authentication) + +### 3.2 Avoid Duplicate Serialization in RSC Props + +**Impact: LOW (reduces network payload by avoiding duplicate serialization)** + +RSC→client serialization deduplicates by object reference, not value. Same reference = serialized once; new reference = serialized again. Do transformations (`.toSorted()`, `.filter()`, `.map()`) in client, not server. + +**Incorrect: duplicates array** + +```tsx +// RSC: sends 6 strings (2 arrays × 3 items) + +``` + +**Correct: sends 3 strings** + +```tsx +// RSC: send once + + +// Client: transform there +'use client' +const sorted = useMemo(() => [...usernames].sort(), [usernames]) +``` + +**Nested deduplication behavior:** + +```tsx +// string[] - duplicates everything +usernames={['a','b']} sorted={usernames.toSorted()} // sends 4 strings + +// object[] - duplicates array structure only +users={[{id:1},{id:2}]} sorted={users.toSorted()} // sends 2 arrays + 2 unique objects (not 4) +``` + +Deduplication works recursively. Impact varies by data type: + +- `string[]`, `number[]`, `boolean[]`: **HIGH impact** - array + all primitives fully duplicated + +- `object[]`: **LOW impact** - array duplicated, but nested objects deduplicated by reference + +**Operations breaking deduplication: create new references** + +- Arrays: `.toSorted()`, `.filter()`, `.map()`, `.slice()`, `[...arr]` + +- Objects: `{...obj}`, `Object.assign()`, `structuredClone()`, `JSON.parse(JSON.stringify())` + +**More examples:** + +```tsx +// ❌ Bad + u.active)} /> + + +// ✅ Good + + +// Do filtering/destructuring in client +``` + +**Exception:** Pass derived data when transformation is expensive or client doesn't need original. + +### 3.3 Cross-Request LRU Caching + +**Impact: HIGH (caches across requests)** + +`React.cache()` only works within one request. For data shared across sequential requests (user clicks button A then button B), use an LRU cache. + +**Implementation:** + +```typescript +import { LRUCache } from 'lru-cache' + +const cache = new LRUCache({ + max: 1000, + ttl: 5 * 60 * 1000 // 5 minutes +}) + +export async function getUser(id: string) { + const cached = cache.get(id) + if (cached) return cached + + const user = await db.user.findUnique({ where: { id } }) + cache.set(id, user) + return user +} + +// Request 1: DB query, result cached +// Request 2: cache hit, no DB query +``` + +Use when sequential user actions hit multiple endpoints needing the same data within seconds. + +**With Vercel's [Fluid Compute](https://vercel.com/docs/fluid-compute):** LRU caching is especially effective because multiple concurrent requests can share the same function instance and cache. This means the cache persists across requests without needing external storage like Redis. + +**In traditional serverless:** Each invocation runs in isolation, so consider Redis for cross-process caching. + +Reference: [https://github.com/isaacs/node-lru-cache](https://github.com/isaacs/node-lru-cache) + +### 3.4 Hoist Static I/O to Module Level + +**Impact: HIGH (avoids repeated file/network I/O per request)** + +When loading static assets (fonts, logos, images, config files) in route handlers or server functions, hoist the I/O operation to module level. Module-level code runs once when the module is first imported, not on every request. This eliminates redundant file system reads or network fetches that would otherwise run on every invocation. + +**Incorrect: reads font file on every request** + +**Correct: loads once at module initialization** + +**Alternative: synchronous file reads with Node.js fs** + +**General Node.js example: loading config or templates** + +**When to use this pattern:** + +- Loading fonts for OG image generation + +- Loading static logos, icons, or watermarks + +- Reading configuration files that don't change at runtime + +- Loading email templates or other static templates + +- Any static asset that's the same across all requests + +**When NOT to use this pattern:** + +- Assets that vary per request or user + +- Files that may change during runtime (use caching with TTL instead) + +- Large files that would consume too much memory if kept loaded + +- Sensitive data that shouldn't persist in memory + +**With Vercel's [Fluid Compute](https://vercel.com/docs/fluid-compute):** Module-level caching is especially effective because multiple concurrent requests share the same function instance. The static assets stay loaded in memory across requests without cold start penalties. + +**In traditional serverless:** Each cold start re-executes module-level code, but subsequent warm invocations reuse the loaded assets until the instance is recycled. + +### 3.5 Minimize Serialization at RSC Boundaries + +**Impact: HIGH (reduces data transfer size)** + +The React Server/Client boundary serializes all object properties into strings and embeds them in the HTML response and subsequent RSC requests. This serialized data directly impacts page weight and load time, so **size matters a lot**. Only pass fields that the client actually uses. + +**Incorrect: serializes all 50 fields** + +```tsx +async function Page() { + const user = await fetchUser() // 50 fields + return +} + +'use client' +function Profile({ user }: { user: User }) { + return
{user.name}
// uses 1 field +} +``` + +**Correct: serializes only 1 field** + +```tsx +async function Page() { + const user = await fetchUser() + return +} + +'use client' +function Profile({ name }: { name: string }) { + return
{name}
+} +``` + +### 3.6 Parallel Data Fetching with Component Composition + +**Impact: CRITICAL (eliminates server-side waterfalls)** + +React Server Components execute sequentially within a tree. Restructure with composition to parallelize data fetching. + +**Incorrect: Sidebar waits for Page's fetch to complete** + +```tsx +export default async function Page() { + const header = await fetchHeader() + return ( +
+
{header}
+ +
+ ) +} + +async function Sidebar() { + const items = await fetchSidebarItems() + return +} +``` + +**Correct: both fetch simultaneously** + +```tsx +async function Header() { + const data = await fetchHeader() + return
{data}
+} + +async function Sidebar() { + const items = await fetchSidebarItems() + return +} + +export default function Page() { + return ( +
+
+ +
+ ) +} +``` + +**Alternative with children prop:** + +```tsx +async function Header() { + const data = await fetchHeader() + return
{data}
+} + +async function Sidebar() { + const items = await fetchSidebarItems() + return +} + +function Layout({ children }: { children: ReactNode }) { + return ( +
+
+ {children} +
+ ) +} + +export default function Page() { + return ( + + + + ) +} +``` + +### 3.7 Parallel Nested Data Fetching + +**Impact: CRITICAL (eliminates server-side waterfalls)** + +When fetching nested data in parallel, chain dependent fetches within each item's promise so a slow item doesn't block the rest. + +**Incorrect: a single slow item blocks all nested fetches** + +```tsx +const chats = await Promise.all( + chatIds.map(id => getChat(id)) +) + +const chatAuthors = await Promise.all( + chats.map(chat => getUser(chat.author)) +) +``` + +If one `getChat(id)` out of 100 is extremely slow, the authors of the other 99 chats can't start loading even though their data is ready. + +**Correct: each item chains its own nested fetch** + +```tsx +const chatAuthors = await Promise.all( + chatIds.map(id => getChat(id).then(chat => getUser(chat.author))) +) +``` + +Each item independently chains `getChat` → `getUser`, so a slow chat doesn't block author fetches for the others. + +### 3.8 Per-Request Deduplication with React.cache() + +**Impact: MEDIUM (deduplicates within request)** + +Use `React.cache()` for server-side request deduplication. Authentication and database queries benefit most. + +**Usage:** + +```typescript +import { cache } from 'react' + +export const getCurrentUser = cache(async () => { + const session = await auth() + if (!session?.user?.id) return null + return await db.user.findUnique({ + where: { id: session.user.id } + }) +}) +``` + +Within a single request, multiple calls to `getCurrentUser()` execute the query only once. + +**Avoid inline objects as arguments:** + +`React.cache()` uses shallow equality (`Object.is`) to determine cache hits. Inline objects create new references each call, preventing cache hits. + +**Incorrect: always cache miss** + +```typescript +const getUser = cache(async (params: { uid: number }) => { + return await db.user.findUnique({ where: { id: params.uid } }) +}) + +// Each call creates new object, never hits cache +getUser({ uid: 1 }) +getUser({ uid: 1 }) // Cache miss, runs query again +``` + +**Correct: cache hit** + +```typescript +const params = { uid: 1 } +getUser(params) // Query runs +getUser(params) // Cache hit (same reference) +``` + +If you must pass objects, pass the same reference: + +**Next.js-Specific Note:** + +In Next.js, the `fetch` API is automatically extended with request memoization. Requests with the same URL and options are automatically deduplicated within a single request, so you don't need `React.cache()` for `fetch` calls. However, `React.cache()` is still essential for other async tasks: + +- Database queries (Prisma, Drizzle, etc.) + +- Heavy computations + +- Authentication checks + +- File system operations + +- Any non-fetch async work + +Use `React.cache()` to deduplicate these operations across your component tree. + +Reference: [https://react.dev/reference/react/cache](https://react.dev/reference/react/cache) + +### 3.9 Use after() for Non-Blocking Operations + +**Impact: MEDIUM (faster response times)** + +Use Next.js's `after()` to schedule work that should execute after a response is sent. This prevents logging, analytics, and other side effects from blocking the response. + +**Incorrect: blocks response** + +```tsx +import { logUserAction } from '@/app/utils' + +export async function POST(request: Request) { + // Perform mutation + await updateDatabase(request) + + // Logging blocks the response + const userAgent = request.headers.get('user-agent') || 'unknown' + await logUserAction({ userAgent }) + + return new Response(JSON.stringify({ status: 'success' }), { + status: 200, + headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/json' } + }) +} +``` + +**Correct: non-blocking** + +```tsx +import { after } from 'next/server' +import { headers, cookies } from 'next/headers' +import { logUserAction } from '@/app/utils' + +export async function POST(request: Request) { + // Perform mutation + await updateDatabase(request) + + // Log after response is sent + after(async () => { + const userAgent = (await headers()).get('user-agent') || 'unknown' + const sessionCookie = (await cookies()).get('session-id')?.value || 'anonymous' + + logUserAction({ sessionCookie, userAgent }) + }) + + return new Response(JSON.stringify({ status: 'success' }), { + status: 200, + headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/json' } + }) +} +``` + +The response is sent immediately while logging happens in the background. + +**Common use cases:** + +- Analytics tracking + +- Audit logging + +- Sending notifications + +- Cache invalidation + +- Cleanup tasks + +**Important notes:** + +- `after()` runs even if the response fails or redirects + +- Works in Server Actions, Route Handlers, and Server Components + +Reference: [https://nextjs.org/docs/app/api-reference/functions/after](https://nextjs.org/docs/app/api-reference/functions/after) + +--- + +## 4. Client-Side Data Fetching + +**Impact: MEDIUM-HIGH** + +Automatic deduplication and efficient data fetching patterns reduce redundant network requests. + +### 4.1 Deduplicate Global Event Listeners + +**Impact: LOW (single listener for N components)** + +Use `useSWRSubscription()` to share global event listeners across component instances. + +**Incorrect: N instances = N listeners** + +```tsx +function useKeyboardShortcut(key: string, callback: () => void) { + useEffect(() => { + const handler = (e: KeyboardEvent) => { + if (e.metaKey && e.key === key) { + callback() + } + } + window.addEventListener('keydown', handler) + return () => window.removeEventListener('keydown', handler) + }, [key, callback]) +} +``` + +When using the `useKeyboardShortcut` hook multiple times, each instance will register a new listener. + +**Correct: N instances = 1 listener** + +```tsx +import useSWRSubscription from 'swr/subscription' + +// Module-level Map to track callbacks per key +const keyCallbacks = new Map void>>() + +function useKeyboardShortcut(key: string, callback: () => void) { + // Register this callback in the Map + useEffect(() => { + if (!keyCallbacks.has(key)) { + keyCallbacks.set(key, new Set()) + } + keyCallbacks.get(key)!.add(callback) + + return () => { + const set = keyCallbacks.get(key) + if (set) { + set.delete(callback) + if (set.size === 0) { + keyCallbacks.delete(key) + } + } + } + }, [key, callback]) + + useSWRSubscription('global-keydown', () => { + const handler = (e: KeyboardEvent) => { + if (e.metaKey && keyCallbacks.has(e.key)) { + keyCallbacks.get(e.key)!.forEach(cb => cb()) + } + } + window.addEventListener('keydown', handler) + return () => window.removeEventListener('keydown', handler) + }) +} + +function Profile() { + // Multiple shortcuts will share the same listener + useKeyboardShortcut('p', () => { /* ... */ }) + useKeyboardShortcut('k', () => { /* ... */ }) + // ... +} +``` + +### 4.2 Use Passive Event Listeners for Scrolling Performance + +**Impact: MEDIUM (eliminates scroll delay caused by event listeners)** + +Add `{ passive: true }` to touch and wheel event listeners to enable immediate scrolling. Browsers normally wait for listeners to finish to check if `preventDefault()` is called, causing scroll delay. + +**Incorrect:** + +```typescript +useEffect(() => { + const handleTouch = (e: TouchEvent) => console.log(e.touches[0].clientX) + const handleWheel = (e: WheelEvent) => console.log(e.deltaY) + + document.addEventListener('touchstart', handleTouch) + document.addEventListener('wheel', handleWheel) + + return () => { + document.removeEventListener('touchstart', handleTouch) + document.removeEventListener('wheel', handleWheel) + } +}, []) +``` + +**Correct:** + +```typescript +useEffect(() => { + const handleTouch = (e: TouchEvent) => console.log(e.touches[0].clientX) + const handleWheel = (e: WheelEvent) => console.log(e.deltaY) + + document.addEventListener('touchstart', handleTouch, { passive: true }) + document.addEventListener('wheel', handleWheel, { passive: true }) + + return () => { + document.removeEventListener('touchstart', handleTouch) + document.removeEventListener('wheel', handleWheel) + } +}, []) +``` + +**Use passive when:** tracking/analytics, logging, any listener that doesn't call `preventDefault()`. + +**Don't use passive when:** implementing custom swipe gestures, custom zoom controls, or any listener that needs `preventDefault()`. + +### 4.3 Use SWR for Automatic Deduplication + +**Impact: MEDIUM-HIGH (automatic deduplication)** + +SWR enables request deduplication, caching, and revalidation across component instances. + +**Incorrect: no deduplication, each instance fetches** + +```tsx +function UserList() { + const [users, setUsers] = useState([]) + useEffect(() => { + fetch('/api/users') + .then(r => r.json()) + .then(setUsers) + }, []) +} +``` + +**Correct: multiple instances share one request** + +```tsx +import useSWR from 'swr' + +function UserList() { + const { data: users } = useSWR('/api/users', fetcher) +} +``` + +**For immutable data:** + +```tsx +import { useImmutableSWR } from '@/lib/swr' + +function StaticContent() { + const { data } = useImmutableSWR('/api/config', fetcher) +} +``` + +**For mutations:** + +```tsx +import { useSWRMutation } from 'swr/mutation' + +function UpdateButton() { + const { trigger } = useSWRMutation('/api/user', updateUser) + return +} +``` + +Reference: [https://swr.vercel.app](https://swr.vercel.app) + +### 4.4 Version and Minimize localStorage Data + +**Impact: MEDIUM (prevents schema conflicts, reduces storage size)** + +Add version prefix to keys and store only needed fields. Prevents schema conflicts and accidental storage of sensitive data. + +**Incorrect:** + +```typescript +// No version, stores everything, no error handling +localStorage.setItem('userConfig', JSON.stringify(fullUserObject)) +const data = localStorage.getItem('userConfig') +``` + +**Correct:** + +```typescript +const VERSION = 'v2' + +function saveConfig(config: { theme: string; language: string }) { + try { + localStorage.setItem(`userConfig:${VERSION}`, JSON.stringify(config)) + } catch { + // Throws in incognito/private browsing, quota exceeded, or disabled + } +} + +function loadConfig() { + try { + const data = localStorage.getItem(`userConfig:${VERSION}`) + return data ? JSON.parse(data) : null + } catch { + return null + } +} + +// Migration from v1 to v2 +function migrate() { + try { + const v1 = localStorage.getItem('userConfig:v1') + if (v1) { + const old = JSON.parse(v1) + saveConfig({ theme: old.darkMode ? 'dark' : 'light', language: old.lang }) + localStorage.removeItem('userConfig:v1') + } + } catch {} +} +``` + +**Store minimal fields from server responses:** + +```typescript +// User object has 20+ fields, only store what UI needs +function cachePrefs(user: FullUser) { + try { + localStorage.setItem('prefs:v1', JSON.stringify({ + theme: user.preferences.theme, + notifications: user.preferences.notifications + })) + } catch {} +} +``` + +**Always wrap in try-catch:** `getItem()` and `setItem()` throw in incognito/private browsing (Safari, Firefox), when quota exceeded, or when disabled. + +**Benefits:** Schema evolution via versioning, reduced storage size, prevents storing tokens/PII/internal flags. + +--- + +## 5. Re-render Optimization + +**Impact: MEDIUM** + +Reducing unnecessary re-renders minimizes wasted computation and improves UI responsiveness. + +### 5.1 Calculate Derived State During Rendering + +**Impact: MEDIUM (avoids redundant renders and state drift)** + +If a value can be computed from current props/state, do not store it in state or update it in an effect. Derive it during render to avoid extra renders and state drift. Do not set state in effects solely in response to prop changes; prefer derived values or keyed resets instead. + +**Incorrect: redundant state and effect** + +```tsx +function Form() { + const [firstName, setFirstName] = useState('First') + const [lastName, setLastName] = useState('Last') + const [fullName, setFullName] = useState('') + + useEffect(() => { + setFullName(firstName + ' ' + lastName) + }, [firstName, lastName]) + + return

{fullName}

+} +``` + +**Correct: derive during render** + +```tsx +function Form() { + const [firstName, setFirstName] = useState('First') + const [lastName, setLastName] = useState('Last') + const fullName = firstName + ' ' + lastName + + return

{fullName}

+} +``` + +Reference: [https://react.dev/learn/you-might-not-need-an-effect](https://react.dev/learn/you-might-not-need-an-effect) + +### 5.2 Defer State Reads to Usage Point + +**Impact: MEDIUM (avoids unnecessary subscriptions)** + +Don't subscribe to dynamic state (searchParams, localStorage) if you only read it inside callbacks. + +**Incorrect: subscribes to all searchParams changes** + +```tsx +function ShareButton({ chatId }: { chatId: string }) { + const searchParams = useSearchParams() + + const handleShare = () => { + const ref = searchParams.get('ref') + shareChat(chatId, { ref }) + } + + return +} +``` + +**Correct: reads on demand, no subscription** + +```tsx +function ShareButton({ chatId }: { chatId: string }) { + const handleShare = () => { + const params = new URLSearchParams(window.location.search) + const ref = params.get('ref') + shareChat(chatId, { ref }) + } + + return +} +``` + +### 5.3 Do not wrap a simple expression with a primitive result type in useMemo + +**Impact: LOW-MEDIUM (wasted computation on every render)** + +When an expression is simple (few logical or arithmetical operators) and has a primitive result type (boolean, number, string), do not wrap it in `useMemo`. + +Calling `useMemo` and comparing hook dependencies may consume more resources than the expression itself. + +**Incorrect:** + +```tsx +function Header({ user, notifications }: Props) { + const isLoading = useMemo(() => { + return user.isLoading || notifications.isLoading + }, [user.isLoading, notifications.isLoading]) + + if (isLoading) return + // return some markup +} +``` + +**Correct:** + +```tsx +function Header({ user, notifications }: Props) { + const isLoading = user.isLoading || notifications.isLoading + + if (isLoading) return + // return some markup +} +``` + +### 5.4 Don't Define Components Inside Components + +**Impact: HIGH (prevents remount on every render)** + +Defining a component inside another component creates a new component type on every render. React sees a different component each time and fully remounts it, destroying all state and DOM. + +A common reason developers do this is to access parent variables without passing props. Always pass props instead. + +**Incorrect: remounts on every render** + +```tsx +function UserProfile({ user, theme }) { + // Defined inside to access `theme` - BAD + const Avatar = () => ( + + ) + + // Defined inside to access `user` - BAD + const Stats = () => ( +
+ {user.followers} followers + {user.posts} posts +
+ ) + + return ( +
+ + +
+ ) +} +``` + +Every time `UserProfile` renders, `Avatar` and `Stats` are new component types. React unmounts the old instances and mounts new ones, losing any internal state, running effects again, and recreating DOM nodes. + +**Correct: pass props instead** + +```tsx +function Avatar({ src, theme }: { src: string; theme: string }) { + return ( + + ) +} + +function Stats({ followers, posts }: { followers: number; posts: number }) { + return ( +
+ {followers} followers + {posts} posts +
+ ) +} + +function UserProfile({ user, theme }) { + return ( +
+ + +
+ ) +} +``` + +**Symptoms of this bug:** + +- Input fields lose focus on every keystroke + +- Animations restart unexpectedly + +- `useEffect` cleanup/setup runs on every parent render + +- Scroll position resets inside the component + +### 5.5 Extract Default Non-primitive Parameter Value from Memoized Component to Constant + +**Impact: MEDIUM (restores memoization by using a constant for default value)** + +When memoized component has a default value for some non-primitive optional parameter, such as an array, function, or object, calling the component without that parameter results in broken memoization. This is because new value instances are created on every rerender, and they do not pass strict equality comparison in `memo()`. + +To address this issue, extract the default value into a constant. + +**Incorrect: `onClick` has different values on every rerender** + +```tsx +const UserAvatar = memo(function UserAvatar({ onClick = () => {} }: { onClick?: () => void }) { + // ... +}) + +// Used without optional onClick + +``` + +**Correct: stable default value** + +```tsx +const NOOP = () => {}; + +const UserAvatar = memo(function UserAvatar({ onClick = NOOP }: { onClick?: () => void }) { + // ... +}) + +// Used without optional onClick + +``` + +### 5.6 Extract to Memoized Components + +**Impact: MEDIUM (enables early returns)** + +Extract expensive work into memoized components to enable early returns before computation. + +**Incorrect: computes avatar even when loading** + +```tsx +function Profile({ user, loading }: Props) { + const avatar = useMemo(() => { + const id = computeAvatarId(user) + return + }, [user]) + + if (loading) return + return
{avatar}
+} +``` + +**Correct: skips computation when loading** + +```tsx +const UserAvatar = memo(function UserAvatar({ user }: { user: User }) { + const id = useMemo(() => computeAvatarId(user), [user]) + return +}) + +function Profile({ user, loading }: Props) { + if (loading) return + return ( +
+ +
+ ) +} +``` + +**Note:** If your project has [React Compiler](https://react.dev/learn/react-compiler) enabled, manual memoization with `memo()` and `useMemo()` is not necessary. The compiler automatically optimizes re-renders. + +### 5.7 Narrow Effect Dependencies + +**Impact: LOW (minimizes effect re-runs)** + +Specify primitive dependencies instead of objects to minimize effect re-runs. + +**Incorrect: re-runs on any user field change** + +```tsx +useEffect(() => { + console.log(user.id) +}, [user]) +``` + +**Correct: re-runs only when id changes** + +```tsx +useEffect(() => { + console.log(user.id) +}, [user.id]) +``` + +**For derived state, compute outside effect:** + +```tsx +// Incorrect: runs on width=767, 766, 765... +useEffect(() => { + if (width < 768) { + enableMobileMode() + } +}, [width]) + +// Correct: runs only on boolean transition +const isMobile = width < 768 +useEffect(() => { + if (isMobile) { + enableMobileMode() + } +}, [isMobile]) +``` + +### 5.8 Put Interaction Logic in Event Handlers + +**Impact: MEDIUM (avoids effect re-runs and duplicate side effects)** + +If a side effect is triggered by a specific user action (submit, click, drag), run it in that event handler. Do not model the action as state + effect; it makes effects re-run on unrelated changes and can duplicate the action. + +**Incorrect: event modeled as state + effect** + +```tsx +function Form() { + const [submitted, setSubmitted] = useState(false) + const theme = useContext(ThemeContext) + + useEffect(() => { + if (submitted) { + post('/api/register') + showToast('Registered', theme) + } + }, [submitted, theme]) + + return +} +``` + +**Correct: do it in the handler** + +```tsx +function Form() { + const theme = useContext(ThemeContext) + + function handleSubmit() { + post('/api/register') + showToast('Registered', theme) + } + + return +} +``` + +Reference: [https://react.dev/learn/removing-effect-dependencies#should-this-code-move-to-an-event-handler](https://react.dev/learn/removing-effect-dependencies#should-this-code-move-to-an-event-handler) + +### 5.9 Split Combined Hook Computations + +**Impact: MEDIUM (avoids recomputing independent steps)** + +When a hook contains multiple independent tasks with different dependencies, split them into separate hooks. A combined hook reruns all tasks when any dependency changes, even if some tasks don't use the changed value. + +**Incorrect: changing `sortOrder` recomputes filtering** + +```tsx +const sortedProducts = useMemo(() => { + const filtered = products.filter((p) => p.category === category) + const sorted = filtered.toSorted((a, b) => + sortOrder === "asc" ? a.price - b.price : b.price - a.price + ) + return sorted +}, [products, category, sortOrder]) +``` + +**Correct: filtering only recomputes when products or category change** + +```tsx +const filteredProducts = useMemo( + () => products.filter((p) => p.category === category), + [products, category] +) + +const sortedProducts = useMemo( + () => + filteredProducts.toSorted((a, b) => + sortOrder === "asc" ? a.price - b.price : b.price - a.price + ), + [filteredProducts, sortOrder] +) +``` + +This pattern also applies to `useEffect` when combining unrelated side effects: + +**Incorrect: both effects run when either dependency changes** + +```tsx +useEffect(() => { + analytics.trackPageView(pathname) + document.title = `${pageTitle} | My App` +}, [pathname, pageTitle]) +``` + +**Correct: effects run independently** + +```tsx +useEffect(() => { + analytics.trackPageView(pathname) +}, [pathname]) + +useEffect(() => { + document.title = `${pageTitle} | My App` +}, [pageTitle]) +``` + +**Note:** If your project has [React Compiler](https://react.dev/learn/react-compiler) enabled, it automatically optimizes dependency tracking and may handle some of these cases for you. + +### 5.10 Subscribe to Derived State + +**Impact: MEDIUM (reduces re-render frequency)** + +Subscribe to derived boolean state instead of continuous values to reduce re-render frequency. + +**Incorrect: re-renders on every pixel change** + +```tsx +function Sidebar() { + const width = useWindowWidth() // updates continuously + const isMobile = width < 768 + return