Web
Routing
The mechanism that maps URLs to specific pages or components in a web application.
Why it matters
- Enables navigation between different views
- Supports deep linking and bookmarking
- Affects SEO through URL structure
When to use
- In any multi-page or multi-view application
- When you need shareable URLs for different states
- When implementing navigation patterns
Common mistakes
- Creating confusing or inconsistent URL structures
- Not handling 404 pages properly
- Breaking the browser back button functionality
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