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Front-End Development Projects with Vue.js: Learn to build scalable web applications and dynamic user interfaces with Vue 2

By Raymond Camden , Hugo Di Francesco , Clifford Gurney , Philip Kirkbride , Maya Shavin
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Length 774 pages
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Language : English
ISBN-13 : 9781838984823
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Languages :
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Front-End Development Projects with Vue.js

2. Working with Data

Overview

In this chapter, you will expand on what you learned in the previous chapter by introducing more ways to control data inside Vue components. You will learn how to set up advanced watchers to observe data changes inside your components, and utilize Vue's powerful reactive data feature, computed data properties, to concisely output just the data you need in your template. You will also be able to utilize asynchronous methods to fetch data for your Vue components.

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to watch, manage, and manipulate data from various sources in your Vue.js components.

Introduction

In the previous chapter, you were introduced to the concepts of single-file components and the Vue API, which provides access to methods, directives, and data properties. Building on these foundations, we will be introducing computed properties, which, like data properties, are reactive in the UI but can perform powerful calculations, and their results are cacheable, increasing the performance of your project. When building e-commerce stores, you will usually want to calculate pricing and cart items reactively as users interact with your UI, which in the past would need to be achieved without a page reload using something like jQuery. Vue.js makes short work of these common frontend tasks by introducing computed properties that react immediately to frontend user input.

Let's begin by introducing reactive data that can be computed on the fly and understanding how to call and manipulate asynchronous data.

Computed Properties

Computed properties are a unique data type that will reactively update when source data used within the property is updated. They may look like a Vue method, but they are not. In Vue, we can track changes to a data property by defining them as a computed property, add custom logic within this property, and use it anywhere within the component to return a value. Computed properties are cached by Vue, making them more performant for returning data than a data prop or using a Vue method.

Instances where you may use a computed property include but are not limited to:

  • Form validation:

    In this example, an error message will appear when the total data property is less than 1. The computed property for total will update every time a new piece of data is added to the items array:

    <template>
    <div>{{errorMessage}}</div>
</template>
<script>
    export default {
     ...

Computed Setters

In the last exercise, you saw how to write maintainable and declarative computed properties that are reusable and reactive and can be called anywhere within your component. In some real-world cases when a computed property is called, you may need to call an external API to correspond with that UI interaction or mutate data elsewhere in the project. The thing that performs this function is called a setter.

Computed setters are demonstrated in the following example:

data() {
  return {
    count: 0
  }
},
computed: {
    myComputedDataProp: {
      // getter
      get() {
        return this.count + 1
      },
      // setter
      set(val) {
        this.count = val - 1
 ...

Watchers

Vue watchers programmatically observe component data and run whenever a particular property changes. Watched data can contain two arguments: oldVal and newVal. This can help you when writing expressions to compare data before writing or binding new values. Watchers can observe objects as well as string, number, and array types. When observing objects, it will only trigger the handler if the whole object changes.

In Chapter 1, Starting Your First Vue Project, we introduced life cycle hooks that run at specific times during a component's lifespan. If the immediate key is set to true on a watcher, then when this component initializes it will run this watcher on creation. You can watch all keys inside of any given object by including the key and value deep: true (default is false) To clean up your watcher code, you can assign a handler argument to a defined Vue method, which is best practice for large projects.

Watchers complement the usage of computed data since they...

Deep Watching Concepts

When using Vue.js to watch a data property, you can purposefully observe keys inside an object for changes, rather than changes to the object itself. This is done by setting the optional deep property to true:

data() {
  return {
      organization: {
        name: 'ABC',
        employees: [
            'Jack', 'Jill'
        ]
      }
  }
},
watch: {
    organization: {
      handler: function(v) {
        this.sendIntercomData()
      },
      deep: true,
      immediate: true,
  &...

Methods versus Watchers versus Computed Props

In the Vue.js toolbox, we have access to methods, watchers, and computed properties. When should you use one or the other?

Methods are best used to react to an event occurring in the DOM, and in situations where you would need to call a function or perform a call instead of reference a value, for example, date.now().

In Vue, you would compose an action denoted by @click, and reference a method:

<template>
    <button @click="getDate">Click me</button>
</template>
<script>
export default {
    methods: {
        getDate() {
            alert(date.now())
        }
    }
}
</script>

Computed props are best used when reacting to data updates or for composing complicated expressions for us...

Async Methods and Data Fetching

Asynchronous functions in JavaScript are defined by the async function syntax and return an AsyncFunction object. These functions operate asynchronously via the event loop, using an implicit promise, which is an object that may return a result in the future. Vue.js uses this JavaScript behavior to allow you to declare asynchronous blocks of code inside methods by including the async keyword in front of a method. You can then chain then() and catch() functions or try the {} syntax inside these Vue methods and return the results.

Axios is a popular JavaScript library that allows you to make external requests for data using Node.js. It has wide browser support making it a versatile library when doing HTTP or API requests. We will be using this library in the next exercise.

Exercise 2.06: Using Asynchronous Methods to Retrieve Data from an API

In this exercise, you will asynchronously fetch data from an external API source and display it in the...

Summary

In this chapter, you were introduced to Vue.js computed and watch properties, which allow you to observe and control reactive data. You also saw how to use methods to asynchronously fetch data from an API using the axios library and how to flatten the data to be more usable within the Vue template using computed props. The differences between using methods and computed and watch properties were demonstrated by building search functionality using each method.

The next chapter will cover the Vue CLI and show you how to manage and debug your Vue.js applications that use these computed properties and events.

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Key benefits

  • Learn how to make the best use of the Vue.js 2 framework and build a full end-to-end project
  • Build dynamic components and user interfaces that are fast and intuitive
  • Write performant code that “just works” and is easily scalable and reusable

Description

Are you looking to use Vue 2 for web applications, but don't know where to begin? Front-End Development Projects with Vue.js will help build your development toolkit and get ready to tackle real-world web projects. You'll get to grips with the core concepts of this JavaScript framework with practical examples and activities. Through the use-cases in this book, you'll discover how to handle data in Vue components, define communication interfaces between components, and handle static and dynamic routing to control application flow. You'll get to grips with Vue CLI and Vue DevTools, and learn how to handle transition and animation effects to create an engaging user experience. In chapters on testing and deploying to the web, you'll gain the skills to start working like an experienced Vue developer and build professional apps that can be used by other people. You'll work on realistic projects that are presented as bitesize exercises and activities, allowing you to challenge yourself in an enjoyable and attainable way. These mini projects include a chat interface, a shopping cart and price calculator, a to-do app, and a profile card generator for storing contact details. By the end of this book, you'll have the confidence to handle any web development project and tackle real-world front-end development problems.

What you will learn

Set up a development environment and start your first Vue 2 project Modularize a Vue application using component hierarchies Use external JavaScript libraries to create animations Share state between components and use Vuex for state management Work with APIs using Vuex and Axios to fetch remote data Validate functionality with unit testing and end-to-end testing Get to grips with web app deployment

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Table of Contents

16 Chapters
Preface Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
About the Book
1. Starting Your First Vue Project Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
1. Starting Your First Vue Project
Introduction
Angular versus Vue
React versus Vue
A Webpack Vue Application
Data Properties (Props)
Data Binding Syntax Using Interpolation
Styling Components
CSS Modules
Vue Directives
Two-Way Binding Using v-model
Anonymous Loops
Iterating over Objects
Vue Lifecycle Hooks
Summary
2. Working with Data Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
2. Working with Data
Introduction
Computed Properties
Computed Setters
Watchers
Deep Watching Concepts
Methods versus Watchers versus Computed Props
Async Methods and Data Fetching
Summary
3. Vue CLI Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
3. Vue CLI
Introduction
Using Vue CLI
Vue Prototyping
The Vue-UI
Vue.js DevTools
Summary
4. Nesting Components (Modularity) Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
4. Nesting Components (Modularity)
Introduction
Passing Props
Prop Typing and Validation
Slots, Named Slots, and Scoped Slots
Template Logic Sharing with Filters
Vue.js refs
Vue.js Events for Child-Parent Communication
Summary
5. Global Component Composition Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
5. Global Component Composition
Introduction
Mixins
Plugins
Globally Registering Components
Maximizing Component Flexibility
Using Vue.js Components without a .vue Single-File Component
The Vue component Tag
Functional Components
Summary
6. Routing Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6. Routing
Introduction
Vue Router
The router-view Element
Using Props to Define the Entry Point of an Application
Setting Up Vue Router for Vue to Use
Passing Route Parameters
Decoupling Params with Props
Router Hooks
Setting up in-Component Hooks
Dynamic Routing
Nested Routes
Using Layouts
Summary
7. Animations and Transitions Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
7. Animations and Transitions
Introduction
Vue Transitions
JavaScript Hooks
Transition Groups
Transition Routes
Using the GSAP Library for Animation
Summary
8. The State of Vue.js State Management Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
8. The State of Vue.js State Management
Introduction
Holding State in a Common Ancestor Component
Using the Vuex Pattern in Contrast with Other Patterns Such as Redux
When to Use Local State and When to Save to Global State
Summary
9. Working with Vuex – State, Getters, Actions, and Mutations Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
9. Working with Vuex – State, Getters, Actions, and Mutations
Introduction
Installing Vuex
Working with State
Applying Getters
Getters with Parameters
Modifying State with Mutations
Using Actions for Asynchronous State Changes
Simplifying with mapState and mapGetters
Simplifying with mapMutations and mapActions
Summary
10. Working with Vuex – Fetching Remote Data Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
10. Working with Vuex – Fetching Remote Data
Introduction
Installation of Axios
Using Defaults with Axios
Using Axios with Vuex
Summary
11. Working with Vuex – Organizing Larger Stores Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
11. Working with Vuex – Organizing Larger Stores
Introduction
Approach One – Using File Splitting
Approach Two – Using Modules
Other Approaches to Organizing Your Vuex Stores
Summary
12. Unit Testing Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
12. Unit Testing
Introduction
Why We Need to Test Code
Understanding Different Types of Testing
Your First Test
Testing Components
Testing Methods, Filters and Mixins
Testing Vue Routing
Testing Vuex
Snapshot Testing
Summary
13. End-to-End Testing Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
13. End-to-End Testing
Introduction
Understanding E2E Testing and Its Use Cases
Configuring Cypress for a Vue.js Application
Summary
14. Deploying Your Code to the Web Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
14. Deploying Your Code to the Web
Introduction
The Benefits of CI/CD as Part of an Agile Software Development Process
Building for Production
Using GitLab CI/CD to Test Your Code
Deploying to Netlify
Deploying to AWS Using S3 and CloudFront
Summary
Appendix Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
1. Starting Your First Vue Project
2. Working with Data
3. Vue CLI
4. Nesting Components (Modularity)
5. Global Component Composition
6. Routing
7. Animations and Transitions
8. The State of Vue.js State Management
9. Working with Vuex – State, Getters, Actions, and Mutations
10. Working with Vuex – Fetching Remote Data
11. Working with Vuex – Organizing Larger Stores
12. Unit Testing
13. End-to-End Testing
14. Deploying Your Code to the Web

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We want you to be happy with your purchase from Packtpub.com. We will not hassle you with returning print books to us. If the print book you receive from us is incorrect, damaged, doesn't work or is unacceptably late, please contact Customer Relations Team on customercare@packt.com with the order number and issue details as explained below:

  1. If you ordered (eBook, Video or Print Book) incorrectly or accidentally, please contact Customer Relations Team on customercare@packt.com within one hour of placing the order and we will replace/refund you the item cost.
  2. Sadly, if your eBook or Video file is faulty or a fault occurs during the eBook or Video being made available to you, i.e. during download then you should contact Customer Relations Team within 14 days of purchase on customercare@packt.com who will be able to resolve this issue for you.
  3. You will have a choice of replacement or refund of the problem items.(damaged, defective or incorrect)
  4. Once Customer Care Team confirms that you will be refunded, you should receive the refund within 10 to 12 working days.
  5. If you are only requesting a refund of one book from a multiple order, then we will refund you the appropriate single item.
  6. Where the items were shipped under a free shipping offer, there will be no shipping costs to refund.

On the off chance your printed book arrives damaged, with book material defect, contact our Customer Relation Team on customercare@packt.com within 14 days of receipt of the book with appropriate evidence of damage and we will work with you to secure a replacement copy, if necessary. Please note that each printed book you order from us is individually made by Packt's professional book-printing partner which is on a print-on-demand basis.

What tax is charged? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

Currently, no tax is charged on the purchase of any print book (subject to change based on the laws and regulations). A localized VAT fee is charged only to our European and UK customers on eBooks, Video and subscriptions that they buy. GST is charged to Indian customers for eBooks and video purchases.

What payment methods can I use? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

You can pay with the following card types:

  1. Visa Debit
  2. Visa Credit
  3. MasterCard
  4. PayPal
What is the delivery time and cost of print books? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon

Shipping Details

USA:

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Economy: Delivery to most addresses in the US within 10-15 business days

Premium: Trackable Delivery to most addresses in the US within 3-8 business days

UK:

Economy: Delivery to most addresses in the U.K. within 7-9 business days.
Shipments are not trackable

Premium: Trackable delivery to most addresses in the U.K. within 3-4 business days!
Add one extra business day for deliveries to Northern Ireland and Scottish Highlands and islands

EU:

Premium: Trackable delivery to most EU destinations within 4-9 business days.

Australia:

Economy: Can deliver to P. O. Boxes and private residences.
Trackable service with delivery to addresses in Australia only.
Delivery time ranges from 7-9 business days for VIC and 8-10 business days for Interstate metro
Delivery time is up to 15 business days for remote areas of WA, NT & QLD.

Premium: Delivery to addresses in Australia only
Trackable delivery to most P. O. Boxes and private residences in Australia within 4-5 days based on the distance to a destination following dispatch.

India:

Premium: Delivery to most Indian addresses within 5-6 business days

Rest of the World:

Premium: Countries in the American continent: Trackable delivery to most countries within 4-7 business days

Asia:

Premium: Delivery to most Asian addresses within 5-9 business days

Disclaimer:
All orders received before 5 PM U.K time would start printing from the next business day. So the estimated delivery times start from the next day as well. Orders received after 5 PM U.K time (in our internal systems) on a business day or anytime on the weekend will begin printing the second to next business day. For example, an order placed at 11 AM today will begin printing tomorrow, whereas an order placed at 9 PM tonight will begin printing the day after tomorrow.


Unfortunately, due to several restrictions, we are unable to ship to the following countries:

  1. Afghanistan
  2. American Samoa
  3. Belarus
  4. Brunei Darussalam
  5. Central African Republic
  6. The Democratic Republic of Congo
  7. Eritrea
  8. Guinea-bissau
  9. Iran
  10. Lebanon
  11. Libiya Arab Jamahriya
  12. Somalia
  13. Sudan
  14. Russian Federation
  15. Syrian Arab Republic
  16. Ukraine
  17. Venezuela