Why Your “Copied” Object Still Changes in JavaScript?

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Learn why copied objects still change in JavaScript and how to avoid it using shallow and deep copy methods

intermediate Published 9 Jun 2026
Action Steps
  1. Understand the difference between shallow and deep copying in JavaScript
  2. Use the spread operator to create a shallow copy of an object
  3. Use a library like Lodash to create a deep copy of an object
  4. Test the difference between shallow and deep copying using simple examples
  5. Apply the appropriate copying method to your JavaScript code to avoid unintended changes
Who Needs to Know This

JavaScript developers and programmers working with objects and data structures will benefit from understanding object references and copying methods to avoid unintended changes

Key Insight

💡 In JavaScript, objects are referenced, not copied, so changes to the original object can affect the 'copied' object unless a deep copy is made

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Key Takeaways

Learn why copied objects still change in JavaScript and how to avoid it using shallow and deep copy methods

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