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Memory leaks in BigTextDisplay component #82

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@harperreed

Problem

The BigTextDisplay.tsx component has several potential memory leaks and cleanup issues:

  • Multiple useEffect hooks that create timers and event listeners don't properly clean up in all code paths
  • The debouncedCalculate function creates closures over previous state values leading to stale references
  • AbortController signals aren't properly checked before performing certain operations

Impact

This can lead to performance degradation, especially when navigating between screens.

Acceptance Criteria

  • All useEffect hooks properly clean up timers and event listeners
  • Fix stale closure issues in debouncedCalculate function
  • Ensure AbortController signals are checked before operations
  • Add memory leak prevention measures

Priority

High - affects app performance and user experience

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