How can I use async data in Vue.js?

How can I use async data in Vue.js?

In Vue.js, you can use the asyncData method to fetch data asynchronously before rendering a component. This is particularly useful in Nuxt.js.

Can you show me an example of using asyncData?

Sure! In a Nuxt.js page component, you can define async asyncData({ params }) { const data = await fetchData(params.id); return { data }; }.

What if I want to handle errors while fetching data?

You can use a try-catch block within the asyncData method to handle errors gracefully and return a default value or an error message.

Is asyncData only available in Nuxt.js?

Yes, asyncData is a specific feature of Nuxt.js. In standard Vue.js, you would typically use lifecycle hooks like mounted to fetch data.