Basic Requirements for a To-Do List App

Before we begin writing code for the To-Do List App in React, it’s important to understand the tools, technologies, and requirements you’ll be working with. This module gives you a complete picture of everything you’ll need to follow along comfortably.

To build and run this React project on your local machine, make sure the following software is installed and set up properly:

1. Node.js (with npm)

React is built using JavaScript modules, and Node.js provides the environment to compile and run those modules on your system.

• Download from: https://nodejs.org
• Install the LTS (Long-Term Support) version.

After installing, check installation using your terminal/command prompt:

node -v
npm -v

npm (Node Package Manager) comes bundled with Node.js and is essential for installing packages like React.

2. Code Editor

A good code editor helps you write and debug code efficiently.

Recommended: Visual Studio Code (VS Code)

Download from: https://code.visualstudio.com

3. Web Browser

You’ll need a browser to preview and test your app.

Recommended: Google Chrome (for its developer tools)

4. Git (Optional)

Git is a version control system that helps manage code changes and collaborate with others.

Install from: https://git-scm.com

Why is Node.js essential?
React uses a build toolchain that requires Node.js under the hood. Even though React apps run in the browser, the development workflow depends on Node for compiling, bundling, and managing packages.