766: React Server Components: Form Actions + Server Actions

This podcast episode explores React Server Components and their impact on web development. The discussion highlights the power and flexibility of actions in React Server Components, eliminating the need for third-party libraries and providing a built-in solution for form handling. The use of server actions and RPC enables faster prototyping and the ability to call server-side code without relying on complex APIs. The speakers also discuss the benefits of actions, such as mapping functions to validation and database logic, and introduce hooks like useActionState and useFormStatus for improved form handling. The concept of optimistic UI is also explored, along with the use of the useOptimistic hook to enhance user experience. Overall, this episode showcases the potential of React Server Components and the importance of handling data in web development.