tanstack-query

Server state in React is managed using TanStack Query to handle data fetching, caching, mutations, and synchronization. It provides declarative data fetching with useQuery and ensures data remains fresh through background updates.

To set up TanStack Query, configure the QueryClientProvider in your React application. This allows you to define data needs with useQuery and manage data modifications with useMutation.

Yes, TanStack Query works with Next.js for server-side rendering. It supports SSR hydration to provide a smooth initial load when integrating with modern React frameworks.

The best way to implement infinite scrolling and pagination is using TanStack Query's infinite queries feature. It allows you to fetch large datasets seamlessly and manage cached pages efficiently.

Optimistic updates and cache invalidation are handled using the useMutation hook in TanStack Query. This allows you to easily handle data modifications while keeping the UI responsive and synchronized.

You should use TanStack Query instead of global state management because it specifically manages server state with robust error handling and type-safe API interactions. It handles background updates and caching automatically.