Question 1

How do I handle asynchronous actions in Unistore?

Accepted Answer

Unistore handles async actions by allowing you to define actions as async functions that return state updates or call store.setState() after async operations. For example, the README shows an async action that fetches data, but you need to manage stale state by using store.getState() for up-to-date values.

Question 2

Unistore vs Redux: which is better for performance?

Accepted Answer

Unistore is better for performance when bundle size is the priority, as it's only 350 bytes core vs Redux's larger footprint. However, Redux might offer better tooling for complex apps, so choose based on trade-offs between size and features.

Question 3

Does Unistore support TypeScript?

Accepted Answer

The README does not mention TypeScript support, so while you can use it with TypeScript, you'll likely need to add your own type definitions. This lack of built-in type safety could be a drawback for projects requiring strict typing.

Question 4

How to set up Redux devtools with Unistore?

Accepted Answer

To use Redux devtools, import 'unistore/devtools' and conditionally create the store in development mode, as shown in the DEBUG section. This requires having the Redux devtools extension installed and adds extra configuration steps.

Question 5

Can Unistore handle complex state management?

Accepted Answer

Unistore can handle basic to moderately complex state, but its simplicity means you might need more manual work for advanced logic like middleware or time-travel debugging. It's best suited for projects where minimalism outweighs feature richness.

Question 6

What's the bundle size when using Unistore with Preact?

Accepted Answer

Using Unistore with Preact adds about 650 bytes to your bundle, as stated in the README, since the core is 350 bytes and integration adds around 300 bytes. This makes it a lightweight choice for Preact apps.

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