What are the differences between lazy loading and code splitting?

What are the differences between lazy loading and code splitting?

Lazy loading is a technique to delay loading resources until they are needed, while code splitting divides code into smaller chunks that can be loaded on demand.

Can you give me an example of when to use each technique?

Sure! Use lazy loading for images on a webpage to improve initial load time, and code splitting for large JavaScript applications to load only the necessary code for the current view.

Are there any performance benefits to using these techniques?

Yes, both techniques can significantly improve performance by reducing initial load times and optimizing resource usage.

What tools or libraries can help with implementing these techniques?

For lazy loading, you can use libraries like 'react-lazyload' or 'lazysizes'. For code splitting, tools like Webpack or dynamic imports in JavaScript are commonly used.