Why deploy a React project to a live URL?
Because a live link lets an interviewer try it in 30 seconds, which is far more powerful than a GitHub repo. A project they can click and use stands out immediately, instead of one they have to clone and run.
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Deploy it live, write a clear README, polish the most important features so they work flawlessly, handle edge cases like empty and error states, add tests for critical flows, and be ready to discuss it in depth in interviews.
What the project is, key features, the tech stack, and how to run it locally. A bad README makes a good project look unprofessional, so spend time on it. Clear writing is part of engineering.
Because a project that breaks on a missing field or on mobile looks unfinished, no matter how good the main features are. Empty states, errors, loading, and responsive design are what separate a polished project from a toy one.
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