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expo-api-routes

Create and manage API routes for Expo applications hosted on EAS.

3|Updated Jan 7, 2026
Search Tags:#security#Expo#API routes#database operations#server-side#EAS Hosting
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Skill: expo-api-routes
Source: https://github.com/jonluca/palate/tree/main/.agents/skills/expo-api-routes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jonluca/palate --skill expo-api-routes-jonluca

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires expo, eas-cli, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit addresses the challenge of creating and managing API routes in Expo applications hosted on EAS, providing a structured approach to handle server-side secrets, database operations, and third-party API proxies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Server-side Secrets: Securely manage API keys, database credentials, and tokens.
  • Database Operations: Execute direct database queries without exposing them to the client.
  • Third-party API Proxies: Hide API keys when calling external services.
  • Server-side Validation: Validate data before database writes.
  • Webhook Endpoints: Receive callbacks from services like Stripe or GitHub.
  • Rate Limiting: Control access at the server level.
  • Heavy Computation: Offload processing that would be slow on mobile.
  • File Uploads: Use direct-to-storage uploads for efficient handling.
  • Authentication Middleware: Implement authentication checks.
  • Proxy External API: Route requests to external APIs securely.
  • CORS Headers: Add CORS for web clients.
  • Error Handling: Gracefully manage API errors.
  • Testing Locally: Start the development server with API routes.
  • Deployment to EAS Hosting: Build and deploy API routes to EAS Hosting.
  • Environment Variables: Use environment variables for secrets.
  • Custom Domain: Configure a custom domain for API routes.
  • EAS Hosting Runtime: Utilize Cloudflare Workers for API route execution.
  • Database Options: Integrate with cloud databases like Cloudflare D1, Turso, PlanetScale, Supabase, and Neon.
  • Calling API Routes from Client: Access API routes from client-side code.
  • Common Patterns: Follow best practices for authentication and proxying.

Quick Start

Create a new API route in your Expo project by following the guidelines outlined in the SKILL.md file.

Frequently Asked Questions about expo-api-routes

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create API routes in Expo for server-side database operations?▼

To create API routes in Expo, you define endpoints in your project to execute direct database queries without exposing credentials to the client. These routes run on EAS Hosting, allowing secure server-side data validation and writes.

Can I use Expo API routes to proxy third-party APIs and hide API keys?▼

Yes, Expo API routes act as secure proxies for third-party APIs, hiding your API keys and tokens on the server. This prevents exposing sensitive secrets to the mobile client while routing requests to external services.

Does EAS Hosting support webhook endpoints for services like Stripe and GitHub?▼

EAS Hosting supports webhook endpoints within Expo API routes, allowing your application to receive callbacks from external services like Stripe or GitHub. You can implement authentication middleware and rate limiting to control access.

What is the best way to manage server-side secrets in Expo applications?▼

The best way to manage server-side secrets in Expo is using environment variables within your API routes hosted on EAS. This securely stores API keys, database credentials, and tokens away from the client-side code.

How do I test Expo API routes locally before deploying to EAS Hosting?▼

You test Expo API routes locally by starting the development server with API routes enabled. After local testing, you build and deploy the routes directly to EAS Hosting, which utilizes Cloudflare Workers for execution.

Which cloud databases can I integrate with using Expo API routes?▼

Expo API routes integrate with cloud databases like Cloudflare D1, Turso, PlanetScale, Supabase, and Neon. You can connect to these databases directly from your server-side EAS Hosting environment.

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