This article demonstrates how to animate SVG elements directly in React using the native Web Animations API (WAAPI).
The use cases for animating SVGs with WAAPI include loading spinners, interactive UI elements, and data visualizations with smooth transitions.
The process involves creating a ref to the SVG element, integrating it into your app, and optionally adding event-driven animations.
Pros of using the WAAPI for SVG animations include zero additional dependencies, high performance, and full control over animations programmatically. However, WAAPI browser support may require polyfills for older browsers.