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upgrading-expo

Upgrade Expo SDK versions with dependency management and cache clearing.

Updated Jan 17, 2026
Search Tags:#dependencies#migration#sdk#upgrade#react-native#expo
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npx skills add https://github.com/epiphanyapps/mapyourhealth --skill upgrading-expo-epiphanyapps
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Skill: upgrading-expo
Source: https://github.com/epiphanyapps/mapyourhealth/tree/main/.agents/skills/upgrading-expo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/epiphanyapps/mapyourhealth --skill upgrading-expo-epiphanyapps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide and actionable steps to successfully upgrade Expo SDK versions, manage dependency conflicts, and resolve breaking changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Step-by-step upgrade process: Follow clear instructions for upgrading Expo and its dependencies.
  • Dependency management: Guidance on fixing common dependency issues and understanding exclusions.
  • Native changes handling: Instructions for prebuilding and clearing caches for native modules.
  • Use Case: You need to upgrade your Expo project from SDK 53 to SDK 55. This Skill will guide you through the entire process, from running the upgrade commands to clearing caches and addressing potential breaking changes.

Quick Start

Follow the step-by-step upgrade process outlined in this skill to upgrade your Expo project to the latest SDK version.

Frequently Asked Questions about upgrading-expo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I upgrade my Expo SDK version in a React Native project?▼

Upgrading your Expo SDK involves following detailed step-by-step instructions for updating dependencies, prebuilding native modules, and clearing caches to facilitate a smooth transition between SDK releases.

Why does my Expo SDK upgrade break native modules and dependencies?▼

Expo SDK upgrades break native modules and dependencies due to breaking changes and deprecated packages, requiring you to manage dependency conflicts and perform native module prebuilding to resolve compatibility.

What is the best way to handle dependency conflicts when upgrading Expo?▼

Handling dependency conflicts during an Expo upgrade requires following specific dependency management guidance to fix common issues, understand exclusions, and address deprecated packages caused by breaking changes.

Can I use this upgrade process to transition my React Native app to a new Expo architecture?▼

Yes, the upgrade process supports transitioning React Native applications to a new Expo architecture by providing instructions for new architecture compatibility and resolving potential breaking changes.

When do I need to clear caches and prebuild native modules during an Expo SDK upgrade?▼

You need to clear caches and prebuild native modules during an Expo SDK upgrade to properly handle native changes, ensuring deprecated packages and new architecture compatibility updates function correctly.

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