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SOLID Principles in React

Native with TypeScript

React Native has become a popular choice for building cross-

platform mobile applications, thanks to its efficiency and
flexibility. When developing applications in React Native with
TypeScript, it’s essential to follow best practices to ensure
maintainability and scalability. One set of principles that can
greatly assist in achieving these goals is the SOLID principles. In
this blog, we will explore how to apply each of the SOLID
principles in the context of React Native development using
TypeScript.

What are the SOLID Principles?

SOLID is an acronym for five design principles that writen clean,

maintainable, and scalable code. These principles were
introduced by Robert C. Martin and have become fundamental in
object-oriented programming.

how they can be applied in React Native with

TypeScript.
1. Single Responsibility Principle (SRP):

In React Native, each component should have a single

responsibility. This means that a component should do one thing
and do it well. Avoid creating monolithic components that handle
various tasks. Instead, break them down into smaller, reusable
components.

Example:

// Bad
class UserProfile extends React.Component {
fetchData() {
// Code for fetching user data
}

render() {
// Code for user profile rendering and interaction
}
}

// Good
class UserProfile extends React.Component {
render() {
// Code for user profile rendering and interaction
}
}

class UserDataFetcher extends React.Component {

fetchData() {
// Code for fetching user data
}
}

Project Structure:
 Each component in the “components” folder has a single
responsibility, like a button or an input field.
 Screens in the “screens” folder are responsible for
displaying specific views.

2. Open/Closed Principle (OCP):

The Open/Closed Principle encourages extending functionality

without modifying existing code. In React Native, you can achieve
this by creating flexible and extensible components and services.
Use props and interfaces to define contracts between components.

Example:

// Bad
class Typography extends React.Component {
// Code for rendering and handling clicks
}

// Extending the Typography component requires modifying its code

// Good
interface TypographyProps {
// Props contract
}

class Typography extends React.Component<TypographyProps> {

// Code for rendering and handling clicks
}

// Extend Typography by creating a new component that accepts TypographyProps

Project Structure:

 The “features” folder represents modules that can be

extended without modifying existing code.
 For instance, the “authentication” feature can be
expanded by adding new components, screens, or services
without changing the existing code.

The Liskov Substitution Principle states that objects of a derived

class should be able to replace objects of the base class without
affecting program correctness. In React Native, this means that
child components should be able to replace their parent
components without issues.

Example:

// Parent component
class List extends React.Component {
render() {
// Code for rendering a list
}
}

// Child component
class Grid extends List {
// Inherits rendering code from List
}
Project Structure:

 Interfaces in the “common/interfaces” folder adhere to

the Liskov Substitution Principle.

 They define contracts that can be implemented by various

parts of the application without breaking functionality.

4. Interface Segregation Principle (ISP):

The Interface Segregation Principle advises against creating fat

interfaces with unnecessary methods. In React Native with
TypeScript, design interfaces that are specific to the needs of the
component.

Example:

// Bad
interface ComponentProps {
render(): React.ReactNode;
handleClick(): void;
fetchData(): Promise<void>;
}

// Good
interface Renderable {
render(): React.ReactNode;
}

interface Clickable {
handleClick(): void;
}

interface Fetchable {
fetchData(): Promise<void>;
}

Project Structure:

 Containers in the “containers” folder demonstrate the

Interface Segregation Principle.

 Each container manages a specific set of high-level

functionalities without depending on unnecessary
methods or behaviors.

The Dependency Inversion Principle suggests that high-level

modules should not depend on low-level modules. Both should
depend on abstractions. In React Native, use dependency
injection and inversion of control to decouple components from
their dependencies.

Example:

// Bad
class UserService {
fetchUserData() {
// Code for fetching user data
}
}

class UserProfile extends React.Component {

constructor() {
super();
this.userService = new UserService();
}

componentDidMount() {
this.userService.fetchUserData();
}
}

// Good
interface UserDataService {
fetchUserData(): Promise<void>;
}

class UserService implements UserDataService {

fetchUserData() {
// Code for fetching user data
}
}

class UserProfile extends React.Component {

constructor(private readonly userService: UserDataService) {
super();
}

componentDidMount() {
this.userService.fetchUserData();
}
}

Project Structure:

 The “di” (dependency injection) folder implements the

Dependency Inversion Principle.
 It provides a mechanism for injecting dependencies,
allowing high-level modules to depend on abstractions
rather than concrete implementations.

/src
|-- /di
| |-- DependencyProvider.ts
| |-- Dependencies.ts

Conclusion:

Integrating SOLID principles into your React Native projects

written in TypeScript can greatly improve your code’s quality,
making it easier to maintain and scale. These principles serve as a
solid foundation for building clean, organized, and efficient
applications that can adapt to evolving needs. However, remember
to customize them to fit your project’s unique requirements and
limitations for the best results.