rn-upgrade

Automates React Native upgrades including dependency compatibility analysis and native code changes for Android and iOS.

1|Updated Jan 18, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/nielsmadan/agentic-coding --skill rn-upgrade
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Skill: rn-upgrade
Source: https://github.com/nielsmadan/agentic-coding/tree/main/claude/skills/rn-upgrade
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nielsmadan/agentic-coding --skill rn-upgrade

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the complex and time-consuming process of upgrading React Native applications to newer versions, ensuring compatibility and minimizing manual errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Version Management: Handles upgrading React Native and related packages to a specified or the latest stable version.
  • Dependency Analysis: Checks compatibility of third-party native modules with the target React Native version.
  • Automated Patching: Researches release notes, fetches upgrade diffs, and plans native code changes.
  • Use Case: You need to upgrade your React Native app from version 0.70 to 0.76. This skill will research the necessary changes, identify potential conflicts with libraries like Reanimated or Gesture Handler, and provide a step-by-step plan for the upgrade.

Quick Start

Use the rn-upgrade skill to upgrade your project to React Native version 0.76.

Frequently Asked Questions about rn-upgrade

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

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How do I upgrade my React Native app to a newer version without breaking native code?

To upgrade React Native without breaking native code, automate the workflow by fetching upgrade diffs, analyzing dependency compatibility, and planning native code changes to ensure custom integrations are preserved.

What is the best way to handle dependency compatibility when upgrading React Native?

The best way to handle dependency compatibility during a React Native upgrade is to analyze third-party native modules against the target version, checking for conflicts with libraries like Reanimated or Gesture Handler.

How do I plan native code changes for Android and iOS during a React Native version upgrade?

To plan native code changes for Android and iOS during a React Native upgrade, research release notes and fetch upgrade diffs to identify necessary modifications while ensuring custom integrations are preserved.

Can I upgrade React Native to the latest stable version automatically?

Yes, you can upgrade React Native to the latest stable version automatically by determining your current version, researching release notes, and executing planned native code changes for Android and iOS.

Does upgrading React Native preserve my existing custom native integrations?

Yes, upgrading React Native preserves custom native integrations by researching release notes, fetching upgrade diffs, and planning native code changes to ensure custom integrations are maintained.

What happens if my third-party native modules conflict with my target React Native version?

If third-party native modules conflict with your target React Native version, the upgrade process analyzes dependency compatibility to identify issues with libraries like Reanimated or Gesture Handler and provides a step-by-step plan.