Exploring the evolution of state management in React: from Redux's complexity to Redux Toolkit's simplicity, and how zustand offers an even lighter, minimalist approach for modern applications. when to use each? redux: Use it when you need a highly structured state management solution, especially in larger apps with complex data flows. Redux Toolkit: best for those who prefer Redux but want to avoid the verbosity and boilerplate. great for teams starting new projects. zustand: Ideal for small to medium-sized projects where simplicity and performance are key. It’s a great choice when Redux feels like overkill.