From e7fd0f374abc64450829b393af3659ea8a2416e7 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Larryson Chijioke Date: Sat, 10 Jan 2026 05:48:00 -0800 Subject: [PATCH] Docs: clarify Create React App project scope and status --- docusaurus/docs/getting-started.md | 22 ++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 22 insertions(+) diff --git a/docusaurus/docs/getting-started.md b/docusaurus/docs/getting-started.md index ef7da3006f0..9839dd4a05c 100644 --- a/docusaurus/docs/getting-started.md +++ b/docusaurus/docs/getting-started.md @@ -6,6 +6,28 @@ title: Getting Started Create React App is an officially supported way to create single-page React applications. It offers a modern build setup with no configuration. +## Project Scope and Current Status + +Create React App is in long-term maintenance mode. + +It continues to receive critical bug fixes and security updates, but new features are unlikely to be added. The project remains a stable option for certain use cases. + +Create React App may be a good fit if: +- You are learning React and want a zero-configuration setup +- You are maintaining an existing Create React App codebase +- You prefer a stable, well-known toolchain with minimal change + +You may want to consider alternatives if: +- You are starting a new production application +- You need faster development startup times +- You require more flexibility in bundling or framework integration + +For new projects, the React team recommends exploring modern alternatives such as: +- Vite +- Next.js +- Remix + + ## Quick Start ```sh