Question 1

How to submit a React RFC successfully?

Accepted Answer

Follow the template in the repository, provide detailed motivation and design impact, and solicit community feedback first, as the README notes that RFCs without convincing details are poorly received. Be prepared for a long review process and focus on generating discussion rather than immediate acceptance.

Question 2

What's the difference between a React RFC and a normal GitHub pull request?

Accepted Answer

RFCs are for 'substantial' changes like new APIs or feature removals, requiring design consensus, while normal PRs handle bug fixes, docs, or minor improvements. The RFC process is more formal and slower, as described in the 'When to follow this process' section.

Question 3

How long does it take for an RFC to get reviewed?

Accepted Answer

Reviews can take weeks to months, as the React Team re-evaluates priorities periodically and doesn't commit to timely responses. Community feedback is encouraged to speed up the process, but delays are common.

Question 4

Can I implement an RFC after it's accepted?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but the author isn't obligated to, and even active RFCs may lack implementation priority. The README suggests asking if others are working on it and that implementation happens via separate pull requests to the React repo.

Question 5

Why are most community RFCs rejected?

Accepted Answer

They often have design flaws, don't integrate well with React's existing features, or fall outside the team's scope. However, rejected RFCs still contribute to discussion and inform future proposals, as noted in the 'What to expect' section.

Question 6

What happens if my RFC is rejected?

Accepted Answer

The team closes the pull request with a rationale, but the discussion remains public and can inspire community solutions or later proposals. The README emphasizes that no work is in vain, as it enriches the design landscape.

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