How to fix memory leaks in React applications
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React applications can develop memory leaks when side effects like event listeners, timers, and subscriptions aren't properly cleaned up after component unmounts. These leaks cause gradual performance degradation, making apps slower over time. The article explains common leak patterns including async operations, uncleaned event listeners, and stale closures, plus demonstrates detection using Chrome DevTools and React Developer Tools.
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