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Understanding When to Use EventEmitter vs. Service in Angular Communication

Discover the best approach for communication in Angular components—`EventEmitter` or service—based on your project needs and component structure. --- This video is based on the question https://stackoverflow.com/q/75215041/ asked by the user 'BananaTea' ( https://stackoverflow.com/u/14643450/ ) and on the answer https://stackoverflow.com/a/75215134/ provided by the user 'Flo' ( https://stackoverflow.com/u/4472932/ ) at 'Stack Overflow' website. Thanks to these great users and Stackexchange community for their contributions. Visit these links for original content and any more details, such as alternate solutions, latest updates/developments on topic, comments, revision history etc. For example, the original title of the Question was: Which would be better to use : EventEmitter or service? Also, Content (except music) licensed under CC BY-SA https://meta.stackexchange.com/help/l... The original Question post is licensed under the 'CC BY-SA 4.0' ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... ) license, and the original Answer post is licensed under the 'CC BY-SA 4.0' ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... ) license. If anything seems off to you, please feel free to write me at vlogize [AT] gmail [DOT] com. --- Introduction When working with Angular, one challenging aspect developers face is determining the best way to communicate between components. A common scenario arises when a child component needs to send data to its parent component—this can happen in various situations, such as when creating a user profile. A question that often arises is: Which would be better to use: EventEmitter or a service? In this guide, we’ll explore this question by examining both options. We’ll also offer some guidance to help you choose the right approach for your project. The Scenario Imagine you have a child component that takes three inputs: name, date, and age. This component doesn’t have any clicking events, and it needs to pass this data to its parent component, which will then generate a profile. While using a submit button in the parent component that listens for data from the child is a straightforward option, it may lead to concerns about code smell. So, what’s the best solution here? Options for Communication EventEmitter An EventEmitter is a specific type of object in Angular that allows for the creation of custom events that can be emitted by the child component and listened to by the parent. Appropriate when: Your child component has a direct parent it needs to communicate with. The parent component needs to respond to specific events (e.g., value changes). Service (using Subject/Observable) Services in Angular can hold a Subject or Observable, which can be used to facilitate communication across multiple components, allowing for a more centralized approach. Appropriate when: The child component may be reused across multiple parent components. You need to handle events that affect multiple components (not just between a single child and a single parent). When to Use Each Approach Using EventEmitter Simplicity: If your child component is only communicating with one specific parent, utilizing an EventEmitter can be simple and effective. Reusability: An EventEmitter is good for reusable components. It keeps them less coupled to parent components, as the child only needs an output binding on its interface. Example of EventEmitter Usage [[See Video to Reveal this Text or Code Snippet]] Using a Service Centralization: When multiple components need to listen for the same event or pass data along several layers, a service allows for a more centralized event management system. Scalability: If the app may grow, or if similar data needs to be shared across different components, a service can provide a cleaner solution. Example of Service Usage [[See Video to Reveal this Text or Code Snippet]] Conclusion In short, whether to use an EventEmitter or a service in Angular depends on your specific project needs and the structure of your components. If the communication is straightforward and limited to one parent, an EventEmitter is sufficient. However, for scenarios involving multiple components or needing a centralized approach, a service is the better choice. Evaluating the scope and potential future needs of your application will guide you in making the right decision. Whichever path you choose, understanding how each mechanism works can empower you to write more effective and maintainable Angular applications.