Why should ngOnInit be used, if we already have a constructor ?
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The use of ngOnInit alongside the constructor in Angular components is a fundamental aspect of managing the lifecycle and initialization processes within the framework. Here's a detailed explanation of why ngOnInit should be used even though a constructor is already present:
1. Lifecycle Hook Integration
ngOnInit is a lifecycle hook provided by Angular, specifically designed to handle additional initialization tasks. It is called after Angular has completed the initialization of the component's input properties. This timing ensures that when ngOnInit executes, all the bindings and input properties of the component are fully initialized, which is not the case when the constructor is called[1][5].
2. Initialization of Component Data
The constructor in JavaScript and TypeScript is generally used for initializing class members and for dependency injection. However, it does not guarantee that the bindings and dependencies of the component are resolved at the time of its execution. ngOnInit, on the other hand, is called after the constructor and the initialization of inputs, making it an ideal place to perform operations that depend on external and bound data[1][4][5].
3. Separation of Concerns
Using ngOnInit helps maintain a clean separation of concerns within the component. Constructors are best kept lightweight and used primarily for initializing variables and injecting dependencies. Complex initialization logic, especially logic that depends on bindings and template-driven data, should be placed in ngOnInit. This approach aligns with best practices in software development, keeping the constructor simple and focused on setup that does not involve Angular-specific binding context[1][4].
4. Handling of Asynchronous Operations
ngOnInit provides a more appropriate context for handling asynchronous operations such as data fetching from services or APIs. Since it runs after the component's properties have been resolved, it's safer to initiate HTTP requests or subscribe to observables in ngOnInit. Doing so in the constructor could lead to issues where the component tries to operate on properties that aren't yet initialized[1][5].
