Install React.js on Windows 10/11
React is a powerful JavaScript library for building dynamic user interfaces. Follow these steps to set up React on your Windows machine.
Prerequisites
- Administrator Access
- Stable Internet Connection
Step 1: Install Node.js
Download the LTS version from the official Node.js website and install it.
Step 2: Verify Installation
node -v # Check Node.js version
npm -v # Check npm version
Step 3: Create a React App
For better performance, use Vite instead of Create React App:
npm create vite@latest myapp -- --template react
Step 4: Open the Project
Navigate into your project directory:
cd myapp
Open in VS Code:
code .
Step 5: Start the Development Server
npm install # Install dependencies
npm run dev # Start the server
Once started, a new browser tab will open displaying the React starter page.
You're Ready!
Congratulations! You’ve successfully set up React and can now build amazing projects.