When should I use throttling or debouncing in my code?

Can you explain the difference between throttling and debouncing?

Sure! Throttling limits the number of times a function can be called over time, while debouncing ensures a function is only called after a certain period of inactivity.

When should I use throttling instead of debouncing?

Use throttling when you want to ensure a function runs at regular intervals, like handling scroll events. Use debouncing for scenarios like form validation, where you want to wait until the user has stopped typing.

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

Absolutely! For throttling, consider a window resize event where you want to limit the number of times a function runs. For debouncing, think of a search input where you want to wait until the user has finished typing before making an API call.

What are some common libraries for implementing these techniques?

Popular libraries include Lodash, which has built-in functions for both throttling and debouncing, making it easy to implement these techniques in your code.