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# [STOP using UseEffect for data fetching](https://blog.hmellahi.me/stop-using-useeffect-for-data-fetching?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn why useEffect is suboptimal for data fetching in complex React apps. Discover the limitations of useEffect and explore React Query as a powerful alter

Jul 7, 2024 · 1 min read · blog.hmellahi.me  
Updated Apr 8, 2025  
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I am Hamza, a front-end developer based in Morocco 🇲🇦. I specialize in crafting engaging interfaces and optimizing web performance.

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