Learning React.js can be done in many ways. One of the most effective ways to learn React is by learning from case studies, or example projects.
With an example project, you will figure out the principles and best practices of React.js faster. It will develop your problem solving and analytical skill that needed in the real-world project.
In this post, I’ll share with you the list of React example projects to learn from, from beginner to intermediate level.
But before you jump to learn from an example project, you should know the basic React.js. At least, you should know the React syntax (JSX), states, props, components, etc.
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How To Learn React With Example Projects / Case Studies?
Just because you clone an example project from Github, you won’t really learn much from it.
Before you choose an example project, Here are some tips when learning from it.
1. Choose Only One Project at A Time
With so many open-source projects available on Github, we often feel overwhelmed with them. That’s okay.
But, when you really want to learn from those projects, never do that by learning them at once. Human brains aren’t designed to multi-task.
You should filter them, and choose only one project that you really want to learn. After you finished it, then you can choose the next project.
2. Replicates, But Don’t Copy-Paste the Codes
With an example project, you might think that you will learn it only by reading the codes. No, you don’t.
You should rewrite it on your own, and don’t just copy-pasting it. It may sound trivial, but trust me you will find out more as you rewrite the codes.
3. Be Curious, Find out Why the Codes Work
In the rewriting process, you will find some codes that aren’t familiar with you.
When this happened, be curious to find why those codes work. Because it will likely to increase your knowledge.
4. Experiment, and Add Your Own Flavour
After you find some unfamiliar codes, do some experiment with them. Modify them, see if it still works or not, and again, find out why.
You should also add your own codes as you learn more. Combine it with the base codes. It can be styling or adding more features.
With enough modification, you can make it as your portfolio, of course by mentioning the example project you use.
5. Have Patience and Stay Focused
Last but not least, have patience while you learn. Don’t rush, and stay focused. It will takes time, but it worth it.
Good luck!
What are Example Projects You Can Use to Learn React?
Now, you can choose one of the following projects to learn. I sort them from the easiest to moderate level.
Remember, only pick one project to learn at a time!
1. Simple React To-do App

A simple react app todo. you will learn the fundamental of React.js with this.
2. Calculator

calculator (this link opens in a new window) by ahfarmer (this link opens in a new window)
Simple calculator built with React
Simple calculator that let you learn some logics in Javascript and React.
3. BMI Calculator

bmi-calculator (this link opens in a new window) by GermaVinsmoke (this link opens in a new window)
React Hooks app for calculating BMI
You will learn React hooks with this BMI-calculator.
4. Snapshot

SnapShot (this link opens in a new window) by Yog9 (this link opens in a new window)
SnapShot is Gallery created using React Hooks, Context API and React Router. The Routes were setup for four default pages and a search page. Also the images were displayed using the Flickr API and Axios to fetch data.
5. HackerNews Clone

hackernews-react-graphql (this link opens in a new window) by clintonwoo (this link opens in a new window)
Hacker News clone rewritten with universal JavaScript, using React and GraphQL.
6. TMDb Movie Search

reactjs-tmdb-app (this link opens in a new window) by SKempin (this link opens in a new window)
Responsive React ‘The Movie Database’ (TMDb) App
A React movie search app with The Movie Database API.
7. React Trello Board

react-trello-board (this link opens in a new window) by web-pal (this link opens in a new window)
Trello like board based on React, Redux, React-dnd
8. React Photo Feed

react-photo-feed (this link opens in a new window) by lkazberova (this link opens in a new window)
Simple photo gallery and example app with responsive image grid, columns customizing, one-column view with description, fullscreen preview with one click. Pure CSS for that.
9. React Redux To-do App (Full-stack)

todo-react-redux (this link opens in a new window) by r-park (this link opens in a new window)
Todo app with Create-React-App • React-Redux • Firebase • OAuth
Another react todo app, but added with authentication feature, database with firebase, etc.
10. React Lab – UI Component Experiments

react-lab (this link opens in a new window) by syakirurahman (this link opens in a new window)
React Lab – React UI Component Experiments
This is my own project. It contains some UI experiments and demo examples for tutorials that i wrote in this blog.
11. Netflix Clone

Netflix-Clone (this link opens in a new window) by AndresXI (this link opens in a new window)
This project is a simplified front end clone of Netflix. It was created with React and CSS (Grid and Flexbox). It uses The MovieDB Api.
The movies are from the Movie Database. It clones only the skin of Netflix web app, not the functions.
12. React Redux Real World Example

react-redux-realworld-example-app (this link opens in a new window) by gothinkster (this link opens in a new window)
Exemplary real world application built with React + Redux
13. Apple Music Clone

apple-music-js (this link opens in a new window) by tvillarete (this link opens in a new window)
A music streaming service built from the ground up using React & Redux
14. SoundCloud Redux

soundcloud-redux (this link opens in a new window) by r-park (this link opens in a new window)
SoundCloud API client with React • Redux • Redux-Saga
15. Linkedin Clone

linkedin-clone-react-frontend (this link opens in a new window) by ghoshnirmalya (this link opens in a new window)
:rocket: Frontend for a software similar to LinkedIn
16. Crate – Ecommerce Starter (Full-Stack project)

crate (this link opens in a new window) by atulmy (this link opens in a new window)
👕 👖 📦 A sample web and mobile application built with Node, Express, React, React Native, Redux and GraphQL. Very basic replica of stitchfix.com / krate.in (allows users to get monthly subscription of trendy clothes and accessories).
17. React Twitter Clone

twitter-clone-frontend (this link opens in a new window) by manikandanraji (this link opens in a new window)
Twitter Clone Frontend
18. React Instagram Clone

instaclone-frontend (this link opens in a new window) by manikandanraji (this link opens in a new window)
Instagram clone using MERN stack
19. React Youtube Clone

youtubeclone-frontend (this link opens in a new window) by manikandanraji (this link opens in a new window)
Youtube Clone Frontend (React + Redux)
20. Money Tracker

money-tracker (this link opens in a new window) by ayastreb (this link opens in a new window)
:moneybag: Personal finances tracking web app
21. Jira Clone

jira_clone (this link opens in a new window) by oldboyxx (this link opens in a new window)
A simplified Jira clone built with React/Babel (Client), and Node/TypeScript (API). Auto formatted with Prettier, tested with Cypress.
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Do you know other repos?
If you know other Github repositories that worth mentioning here, don’t hesitate to share them in the comment section.
The repository should be:
- A React project example
- Has a demo page, or at least some screenshot
- Work with no significant console error
Thank you.
Happy coding!
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