In this challenge, you'll build a Multi-select Search Component. This challenge is perfect for you if you're interested in building interactive front-end web components and taking your web dev skills to the next level!
About the Challenge
In this challenge, you'll build a Multi-select Search Component. This challenge is perfect for you if you're interested in building interactive front-end web components and taking your web dev skills to the next level!
You can use as many (or as few) tools, libraries, and frameworks as you'd like. If you're trying to learn something new, this might be a great way to push yourself.
Challenge Requirements
Build a reusable UI component that can fetch data from an API and allow users to select multiple options from a dropdown list.
The component should include a search bar that allows users to search the results from the API based on the text entered.
The dropdown list should display the results from the API and allow users to select multiple options.
Selected options should be displayed in the search bar as tags, and users should be able to remove them.
The component should have a "Clear All" or "x" button on the search bar, which allows users to remove all selected tags at once with a single click.
Show the hover state of all the elements.
The component should be responsive and display correctly on different screen sizes.
Make this landing page look as close to the design as possible.
Taking your Project to the Next Level
Show a loading spinner on the right side of the search bar while data is being fetched from the API.
Add debouncing to the search input to reduce API calls and improve the performance of the component.
Use a framework like React, Vue, or Svelte. Or, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, try writing everything in Vanilla JavaScript.
In this frontend challenge, You'll learn how to create a Multi-select Search Component that uses an external API to populate the options. This will give you hands-on experience integrating APIs into your web development projects. So, don't wait any longer, give it a try and improve your frontend development skills! So what are you waiting for?
Getting Started
To get started, download the starter code(zip file).
Take a look around. Look at the project's Figma file. This is a great way to see how the pieces and parts should look within the browser.
Open the project's README.md file. It has additional information about the challenge.
Customize your project/file architecture to your liking.
Happy coding! 👍
Get Involved with the Community
Join our Discord community and share your solutions with others. Ask questions and get answers from the fellow developers, help others and get involved with the community.
It's an amazing place to learn and grow as a developer, and we'd love for you to be a part of it!
So, what are you waiting for? Click on the download button to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a frontend challenge?
A frontend challenge is a coding project or task that requires you to use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or frontend frameworks and libraries like ReactJs or NextJs to create a frontend project or UI component. It's a great way to practice your coding skills, build your portfolio and showcase your frontend skills to potential employers.
How can these frontend challenges help me improve my skills as a frontend developer?
Frontend challenges can help you improve your skills as a frontend developer in several ways. By building these real-world frontend projects, you can gain practical experience with various frontend technologies and learn how to apply them to solve complex problems.
Can I use external libraries or frameworks in my frontend challenge submission?
Yes, absolutely! We're providing the vanilla HTML, CSS and JavaScript files, but you can use whatever tools and frameworks you'd like. We can't wait to see what you come up with.
What is the best way to get help when I'm stuck?
We have a great community of developers that are happy to help out with your project. You can join our Discord server and chat with other developers or post questions in our #help channel.
Can I add this frontend project in my portfolio?
Absolutely! These projects are perfect for your portfolio, and they're a great way to show off your web development skills. But, be honest about the work that you did.
