React DatePicker With DaisyUI: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Kenji Nakamura 52 views

Hey guys! Let's dive into building a cool DatePicker component using React Aria Components and styling it up with DaisyUI. This article will walk you through the entire process, ensuring we create an accessible, well-tested, and documented component. So, grab your coffee, and let's get started!

Overview

Our goal is to implement a DatePicker component that falls under the Date and Time category. We’ll leverage React Aria Components for the core functionality and DaisyUI for the snazzy styling. This ensures our component is not only functional but also visually appealing and accessible.

Goals

Here’s a breakdown of what we aim to achieve:

  • [ ] Create an accessible DatePicker component: Accessibility is key, so we’ll make sure our DatePicker is usable by everyone.
  • [ ] Integrate with React Aria Components: This gives us a solid foundation for date-picking logic.
  • [ ] Apply DaisyUI styling classes: DaisyUI will make our component look fantastic with minimal effort.
  • [ ] Implement comprehensive TypeScript types: TypeScript helps us catch errors early and makes our code more maintainable.
  • [ ] Write a complete test suite: Testing ensures our component works as expected in all scenarios.
  • [ ] Create detailed documentation: Good documentation makes our component easy to use and understand.

Requirements

Component Implementation

  • [ ] Create src/components/datepicker/datepicker.tsx: This is where the magic happens – our DatePicker component will live here.
  • [ ] Extend the appropriate React Aria props interface: We'll use React Aria's props to ensure compatibility and accessibility.
  • [ ] Implement DaisyUI variant classes and modifiers: This allows us to customize the look and feel of our DatePicker.
  • [ ] Support all relevant DaisyUI states (hover, focus, active, disabled): We’ll handle all the visual states to provide a great user experience.
  • [ ] Use @/utils/cn utility for class merging: This utility helps us manage CSS classes efficiently.
  • [ ] Export component and types from index.ts: This makes our component easy to import and use in other parts of our application.

Props Interface

  • [ ] Define ${componentName}Props interface: We’ll create a TypeScript interface for our component’s props.
  • [ ] Extend React Aria AriaDatePickerProps where applicable: This ensures we inherit all the necessary props from React Aria.
  • [ ] Include DaisyUI-specific props (variant, size, color, etc.): We’ll add props for DaisyUI styling options.
  • [ ] Support className and children props: These are standard React props that add flexibility.
  • [ ] Add comprehensive JSDoc documentation: Good documentation helps users understand how to use each prop.

DaisyUI Integration

  • [ ] Research DaisyUI classes for DatePicker: We’ll explore DaisyUI’s documentation to find the relevant classes.
  • [ ] Map React Aria states to DaisyUI classes: This ensures our component visually responds to user interactions.
  • [ ] Support all DaisyUI variants and modifiers: We’ll make sure our DatePicker can use all of DaisyUI’s styling options.
  • [ ] Ensure responsive design compatibility: Our DatePicker should look good on all screen sizes.
  • [ ] Test with DaisyUI themes: We’ll test our component with different DaisyUI themes to ensure consistency.

Testing

  • [ ] Create test/components/datepicker.test.tsx: This is where our tests will live.
  • [ ] Test basic rendering and props: We’ll start with the basics to make sure our component renders correctly.
  • [ ] Test all DaisyUI variants and states: We’ll test each styling option to ensure they work as expected.
  • [ ] Test accessibility features (ARIA attributes, keyboard navigation): Accessibility is crucial, so we’ll test these features thoroughly.
  • [ ] Test user interactions (click, focus, hover): We’ll simulate user interactions to ensure the component behaves correctly.
  • [ ] Test edge cases and error handling: We’ll test scenarios that might cause issues to ensure robustness.
  • [ ] Achieve 100% test coverage: This ensures we’ve tested every part of our component.

Documentation

  • [ ] Create docs/components/datepicker.md: This is where our component’s documentation will live.
  • [ ] Include component overview and use cases: We’ll explain what the component does and when to use it.
  • [ ] Document all props with examples: We’ll provide clear explanations and examples for each prop.
  • [ ] Show usage examples with different variants: We’ll demonstrate how to use different styling options.
  • [ ] Include accessibility information: We’ll explain how our component meets accessibility standards.
  • [ ] Add a troubleshooting section: We’ll address common issues and how to resolve them.

Technical Details

File Structure

Here’s the file structure we’ll be using:

src/components/datepicker/
├── datepicker.tsx
├── index.ts
test/components/
├── datepicker.test.tsx
docs/components/
├── datepicker.md

Example Implementation Pattern

Here’s a sneak peek at how our component might look:

import { forwardRef } from 'react';
import { DatePicker as AriaDatePicker, type AriaDatePickerProps } from 'react-aria-components';
import { cn } from '@/utils/cn';

export interface DatePickerProps extends AriaDatePickerProps {
 children?: React.ReactNode;
 className?: string;
 variant?: 'primary' | 'secondary' | 'accent'; // DaisyUI variants
 size?: 'xs' | 'sm' | 'md' | 'lg'; // DaisyUI sizes
 // Add other DaisyUI-specific props
}

export const DatePicker = forwardRef<HTMLElement, DatePickerProps>(
 ({ className, variant, size, ...props }, ref) => {
 const classes = cn(
 // Base DaisyUI classes
 'daisy-datepicker',
 // Variant classes
 variant && `daisy-datepicker-${variant}`,
 // Size classes
 size && size !== 'md' && `daisy-datepicker-${size}`,
 className
 );

 return (
 <AriaDatePicker
 ref={ref}
 className={classes}
 {...props}
 />
 );
 }
);

DatePicker.displayName = 'DatePicker';

References

Here are some useful resources:

Definition of Done

We’ll know we’re done when:

  • [ ] The component renders correctly with all DaisyUI variants.
  • [ ] All tests pass with 100% coverage.
  • [ ] The documentation is complete and accurate.
  • [ ] The component follows project coding standards.
  • [ ] Accessibility requirements are met.
  • [ ] TypeScript types are comprehensive.
  • [ ] The code is reviewed and approved.

Conclusion

Building a DatePicker component with React Aria and DaisyUI is an exciting project! By following these goals, requirements, and technical details, we can create a robust, accessible, and visually appealing component. Let's get to work, guys, and make something awesome!

Priority: P3 - Low Category: Date and Time Estimated Effort: Medium (8-16 hours)