A thundering herd problem in React, where multiple components simultaneously fetch the same data, can be a major issue. To mitigate this, especially when using useEffect with a large, complex dependency array, you should avoid fetching data directly in components that are re-rendered frequently. A better approach is to centralize your data fetching logic.
- Data Fetching Outside of Components
The best way to prevent the thundering herd problem is to move your fetching logic out of the component tree entirely. This ensures that the data is fetched only once, regardless of how many times the components that depend on it re-render.
- Custom Hooks: Create a custom hook that fetches and manages the data state. This hook can have its own internal state to prevent multiple fetches.
- Centralized State Management: Use a state management library like Redux, Zustand, or a similar pattern with React Context to manage the global state of your application. The fetch request is initiated from an action cre