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upgrading-expo

Guide Expo SDK upgrades with diagnostics and dependency resolution.

2|Updated Feb 27, 2020
Search Tags:#migration#diagnostics#breaking-changes#expo#dependency-management#expo-sdk#prebuild
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npx skills add https://github.com/nickcorin/dotfiles --skill upgrading-expo-nickcorin
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Skill: upgrading-expo
Source: https://github.com/nickcorin/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_config/opencode/skill/upgrading-expo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nickcorin/dotfiles --skill upgrading-expo-nickcorin

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Expo SDK upgrades are risky and time-consuming without a guided plan, often causing dependency conflicts and build failures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Step-by-step upgrade guidance with diagnostics, breaking-change checks, and prebuild requirements.
  • Practical migration tips and housekeeping steps to ensure a smooth upgrade path across SDK versions.
  • Use Case: A mobile team upgrading from Expo SDK 53 to 55 to adopt new Architecture and avoid native build issues.

Quick Start

Upgrade to the target Expo SDK version using the recommended upgrade guide and run diagnostics to verify project integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions about upgrading-expo

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I safely upgrade my Expo SDK version without breaking native builds?▼

Expo SDK upgrades require a structured workflow with diagnostics, breaking-change checks, and prebuild steps. You must validate project integrity and perform platform-specific cleanup to prevent dependency conflicts and build failures during the migration.

What steps are needed to resolve dependency conflicts during an Expo SDK migration?▼

Expo SDK migration dependency conflicts are resolved by running targeted diagnostics to identify outdated packages, applying recommended commands to align versions, and validating compatibility through structured checkpoints before attempting a prebuild.

Why does my Expo prebuild fail after upgrading to a newer SDK version?▼

Expo prebuild failures after an SDK upgrade often stem from unresolved breaking changes or platform-specific cleanup requirements. You must execute breaking-change checks and ensure all dependencies are fully compatible with the target SDK version before running prebuild.

Can I upgrade my Expo project across multiple SDK versions at once?▼

Upgrading Expo projects across multiple SDK versions is possible but requires careful migration planning. You need to address breaking-change checks and dependency resolution for each intermediate version to ensure compatibility and avoid native build issues.

When do I need to run diagnostics during an Expo SDK upgrade?▼

Expo SDK upgrade diagnostics should be run immediately after applying the target version and before running prebuild. This verifies project integrity, identifies dependency mismatches, and ensures breaking changes have been properly addressed before proceeding.

What is the best way to handle breaking changes when migrating to a new Expo SDK?▼

Handling Expo SDK breaking changes requires a structured upgrade workflow that isolates deprecated APIs, updates affected dependencies, and performs platform-specific cleanup. Validation checkpoints ensure your project remains functional throughout the migration process.

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