The state of React and its community in 2025 reflects a mix of achievements and frustrations, particularly following the release of React 19, which introduced significant updates like React Server Components. Despite being the most popular UI framework, ongoing debates about its direction and communication challenges have created divisions within the community. The author, an experienced React contributor, aims to clarify the development journey, community concerns, and dispel misinformation surrounding React's evolution.

The article discusses the dominance of React in the web development landscape, attributing its success to factors like community support, robust ecosystem, and ease of use. It also examines the implications of this dominance for developers and the broader industry.