What are the differences between higher-order functions and render props?

What are the differences between higher-order functions and render props?

Higher-order functions are functions that take other functions as arguments or return them. Render props, on the other hand, are a pattern in React where a component uses a function that returns a React element to share code between components.

Can you give me an example of a higher-order function?

Sure! A common example is the map function, which takes a function as an argument and applies it to each item in an array, returning a new array.

And what about a render prop example?

An example of a render prop is a component that takes a function as a prop and calls it to render its output, like this: <DataFetcher render={data => <Display data={data} />} />.

When should I use one over the other?

Use higher-order functions for reusable logic and transformations, while render props are great for sharing state and behavior in React components.