expo-api-routes

Implement and host Expo Router API routes with EAS Hosting.

588|41|Updated May 13, 2026

Search Tags:#typescript #serverless #web #expo #api-routes #expo-router #eas-hosting

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npx skills add https://github.com/zai-org/Synapse --skill expo-api-routes-zai-org

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Skill: expo-api-routes
Source: https://github.com/zai-org/Synapse/tree/main/.agents/skills/expo-api-routes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zai-org/Synapse --skill expo-api-routes-zai-org

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Guides developers on implementing and hosting Expo Router API routes with EAS Hosting, addressing the complexity of server-side logic, routing patterns, and deployment setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

API Route Patterns: Define GET/POST handlers in app/api/... using +api.ts conventions.
Secure Hosting: Best practices for handling secrets and environment variables with EAS Hosting.
Deployment & Testing: Guidance for local testing, deployment, and monitoring of Expo Router API routes.

Quick Start

Create a basic API route in app/api/hello+api.ts and deploy it with EAS Hosting.

Frequently Asked Questions about expo-api-routes

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

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How do I create API routes in an Expo Router project?▼

You create Expo Router API routes by defining GET or POST handlers in files within the app/api/ directory using the +api.ts convention. This allows you to implement server-side logic directly within your Expo project structure.

What is the best way to deploy Expo Router API routes?▼

The best way to deploy Expo Router API routes is using EAS Hosting. It provides the serverless infrastructure for your API endpoints, ensuring secure handling of secrets and environment variables during deployment.

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

Yes, you can test Expo API routes locally before deploying. The Skill provides guidance on local testing procedures, allowing you to verify routing patterns and server-side logic before pushing to EAS Hosting.

How should I manage secrets and environment variables for Expo serverless routes?▼

For Expo serverless routes, you should manage secrets and environment variables using best practices for EAS Hosting. This ensures sensitive data is securely configured and accessible to your server-side logic without hardcoding.

Does Expo Router support serverless API patterns out of the box?▼

Expo Router supports serverless API patterns through its app/api/... +api.ts file convention. This allows you to build and host serverless endpoints directly within your Expo ecosystem via EAS Hosting.