Expo is a framework and platform for React Native that streamlines building, deploying, and iterating on cross-platform mobile apps with managed tooling and over-the-air updates.
Overview
Expo provides a managed workflow for React Native — a rich SDK of native APIs, fast iteration with Expo Go, EAS Build for app binaries, and over-the-air updates. It removes much of the native build complexity while still allowing custom native code when needed.
How I Use Expo
I use Expo to build and ship cross-platform mobile features quickly — navigation, screens, and native integrations — iterating fast with Expo Go and shipping builds via EAS, including for low-end Android devices.
Why Expo?
Expo dramatically speeds up React Native development and deployment. Its tooling, OTA updates, and native API coverage let me deliver polished mobile apps without wrestling with native build pipelines.