Enhance Local State Management with Instant Feedback via Client-Side Input Tag #148
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WalkthroughThe recent updates encompass enhancements to event handling, context utilization, and property formatting across various components and utilities in a web development framework. These changes streamline the integration of context management, refine the logic for event trigger rendering and memoization, and introduce conditional property formatting based on specific criteria, thereby augmenting the framework's efficiency and adaptability in handling web page elements and their interactions. Changes
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- nextpy/interfaces/templates/jinja/web/pages/base_page.js.jinja2 (1 hunks)
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- nextpy/utils/format.py (2 hunks)
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nextpy/interfaces/templates/jinja/web/pages/base_page.js.jinja2 (1)
- 16-16: The addition of
DispatchContextfrom 'utils/context' is crucial for supporting the new local input tag feature. Ensure thatDispatchContextis utilized appropriately within the file or the broader project to manage client-side state effectively.Verification successful
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The conditional addition of a closing brace } to rendered_chain based on the tag_name starting with "Input_" seems like a workaround for a specific case. This approach might introduce maintenance challenges and unexpected behavior for future components or changes.
Consider implementing a more generic solution that ensures rendered_chain is correctly formatted for all components, possibly by reviewing how rendered_chain is constructed and used across different component types.
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+1 to this, why do we do this? Instead, this should have been handled basis value prop as we discussed initially. Am I missing something?
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@akshatbhargava123, you're right to question the specific handling for components starting with "Input_". This was indeed a workaround for a particular case, which might not be the best approach for maintainability and consistency across different components.
The initial idea to handle this based on the value prop could provide a more generic and robust solution. This approach would ensure that rendered_chain is correctly formatted for all components, focusing on the actual properties and behavior of the components rather than their naming conventions.
I'll review the implementation details and consider how we can adjust this to align with the initial discussion about the value prop. This might involve a more in-depth analysis of how rendered_chain is constructed and ensuring it's appropriately formatted for all scenarios, not just specific cases. Thank you for bringing this to attention, and I'll work on identifying a solution that adheres to our initial agreement and improves the code's maintainability and consistency.
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| formatted_chain = f'{parts[0]}.{parts[1]}.{parts[2]}' | ||
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| value_match = re.search(r"value:([^,)}]+)", event) | ||
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| value = value_match.group(1) | ||
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| message_match = re.search(r"addEvents\(\[\S+?\(\"([^.]+?\.[^.]+)", event) | ||
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| message = message_match.group(1) | ||
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| dispatcher_line = f"const dispatcher = dispatchers['{message}'];\n" \ | ||
| f"dispatcher({{ message: {value} }});" | ||
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| prop = f"{arg_def} =>{{ {dispatcher_line}\n{event} }}" | ||
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The logic added for handling tag_name starting with "Input_" introduces a specialized way to manage state and provide feedback for input elements. This is a key part of the local input tag feature. However, there are a few points to consider:
- Ensure that the split operation on
chain(line 358) is robust against potential variations in the event chain format. - The extraction of
valueandmessage(lines 362-369) relies on regex, which might be fragile if the event format changes. Consider defining a more structured way to pass these values. - The construction of
dispatcher_line(lines 371-372) and its inclusion in the final prop (line 374) is a clever way to inject state updates directly from input events. Ensure that this approach is consistent with the overall architecture and security practices, especially regarding XSS protection.
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nextpy/utils/format.py (1)
- 314-314: The function signature of
format_prophas been modified to include a default parametertag_name=''. This is a good practice as it allows the function to be more versatile and handle different types of tags differently, aligning with the PR's objectives.
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| parts = chain.split('.') | ||
| formatted_chain = f'{parts[0]}.{parts[1]}.{parts[2]}' | ||
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| # Extract "_e0.target.value" | ||
| value_match = re.search(r"value:([^,)}]+)", event) | ||
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| value = value_match.group(1) | ||
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| # Extract "state.state" | ||
| message_match = re.search(r"addEvents\(\[\S+?\(\"([^.]+?\.[^.]+)", event) | ||
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| message = message_match.group(1) | ||
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| dispatcher_line = f"const dispatcher = dispatchers['{message}'];\n" \ | ||
| f"dispatcher({{ message: {value} }});" | ||
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| prop = f"{arg_def} =>{{ {dispatcher_line}\n{event} }}" | ||
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The conditional logic introduced for handling tags that start with "Input_" is innovative and aligns with the PR's objectives for client-side state management and instant feedback. However, there are several areas that could be refined for better readability, maintainability, and performance:
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String Manipulation Efficiency: The use of
strip("{}")andsplit('.')for string manipulation can be inefficient and error-prone, especially for complex event chains. Consider using more robust parsing techniques or utilities designed for handling such patterns. -
Regular Expression Usage: The use of regular expressions to extract values and messages is a powerful technique but can be hard to maintain and understand for someone not familiar with the specific patterns being matched. Ensure that these expressions are well-documented with comments explaining their purpose and the expected format of the strings they are applied to.
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Dispatcher Line Construction: The construction of the
dispatcher_linevariable is a critical part of the logic for handling "Input_" tags. It's important to ensure that this line is constructed correctly and efficiently. Consider validating the existence of thedispatcherand handling potential errors gracefully to avoid runtime exceptions. -
Prop Construction: The final construction of the
propvariable for "Input_" tags involves a complex string manipulation that could benefit from a more structured approach. Consider using template strings or other formatting techniques to make this code more readable and less prone to errors.
Overall, while the approach taken here is aligned with the PR's objectives, refining these aspects could greatly improve the code's quality and maintainability.
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+1 to this, why do we do this? Instead, this should have been handled basis value prop as we discussed initially. Am I missing something?
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| event = f"addEvents([{chain}], {arg_def}, {json_dumps(prop.event_actions)})" | |||
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Same as the other instance of this? Why handle basis tag_name?
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| formatted_chain = f'{parts[0]}.{parts[1]}.{parts[2]}' |
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Could it be possible that parts array is empty? This would break then, right?
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Added comment explaining what this part does and why.
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| # prop = f"{arg_def} =>{{ {dispatcher_line}\n{event} }}" |
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What other types? Ideally you should just create a string in the conditional and then inject that string in prop as assigned below. What do you think?
Description:
This pull request introduces an innovative feature that significantly enhances user interactions and state management within Nextpy applications. By incorporating a local input tag, similar to established practices in HTML and React.js, we empower developers to manage state directly on the client side. This enhancement not only aligns with intuitive web development patterns but also unlocks the potential for real-time user feedback, a crucial aspect of modern web applications.
Key Features and Benefits:
Usage Example:
Consider a scenario where you're building a dynamic form that adjusts available options based on user input. With the local input tag managing state on the client side, changes in user input immediately reflect in the form without any noticeable delay, enhancing user satisfaction and engagement.
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