angular-signals

Manage Angular component state with signals, computed, and effects.

Updated Mar 17, 2026
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Skill: angular-signals
Source: https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills/tree/main/angular-signals
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaypatrick/skills --skill angular-signals-jaypatrick

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Angular apps often battle boilerplate with Subjects/Observables; signals provide a simpler, fine-grained reactive primitive for in-component state management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • signal() for writable state, computed() for derived state, linkedSignal() for dependent state, and effect() for side effects.
  • RxJS interop via toSignal/toObservable to integrate existing streams with minimal boilerplate.
  • Practical patterns: component state, resource patterns, and store patterns with examples for forms, lists, and async data.

Quick Start

Create a simple counter using signal() and a derived value with computed(), then log changes with effect().

Frequently Asked Questions about angular-signals

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I manage Angular component state using signals instead of RxJS?

Angular signals manage component state by replacing manual Observable wiring with fine-grained reactive primitives. You can use signal() for writable state, computed() for derived values, and effect() for side effects to reduce boilerplate.

What is the best way to convert existing RxJS streams to Angular signals?

Converting RxJS streams to Angular signals is handled through RxJS interop functions like toSignal and toObservable. These functions allow you to integrate existing streams with minimal boilerplate, bridging reactive Observables and signal-based state.

How do I create derived state in Angular based on a changing input signal?

Derived state in Angular is created using the computed() function for pure derivations, or linkedSignal() for dependent state that needs to reset based on upstream changes. Both evaluate automatically when underlying signal values update.

Can I use Angular signals for asynchronous data fetching and forms?

Angular signals fully support asynchronous data and forms through resource patterns and store patterns. You can apply signal, computed, and effect APIs to manage form state, list rendering, and async data fetching with fine-grained reactivity.

Why use Angular signals for in-component state instead of Subjects?

Angular signals solve the boilerplate pain of manual Observable and Subject wiring by providing a simpler reactive primitive. They offer fine-grained reactivity for in-component state management, avoiding the complex subscription management required by Observables.