How do I integrate Webpacker with React in my Rails app?

How do I integrate Webpacker with React in my Rails app?

To integrate Webpacker with React, first ensure you have Webpacker installed in your Rails app. You can do this by running rails webpacker:install. Then, add React by running rails webpacker:install:react. This will set up the necessary configurations.

What files are created when I install React with Webpacker?

When you install React with Webpacker, it creates a react directory under app/javascript, along with a packs directory that contains a application.js file. You'll also see a react_component.js file for your React components.

Can I use JSX in my React components?

Yes, you can use JSX in your React components. Just make sure your Babel configuration is set up to transpile JSX. Webpacker handles this for you by default.

How do I render a React component in a Rails view?

To render a React component in a Rails view, use the react_component helper method. For example, <%= react_component('YourComponentName', props: { key: 'value' }) %>.