upgrading-expo

Automate Expo SDK version upgrades and dependency alignment across React Native projects.

1|Updated Mar 31, 2026

Search Tags:#dependencies #migration #sdk #react-native #expo #prebuild #expo-upgrade

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Skill: upgrading-expo
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What problem does it solve?

Upgrading Expo SDK versions and resolving dependency issues can be complex and error-prone across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

Upgrade Expo SDK to latest stable or beta versions with compatibility checks.
Identify and fix dependency mismatches, deprecated APIs, and breaking changes.
Use-case: A project stuck on SDK 53 can be upgraded to 55 with prebuild adjustments and required package migrations.

Quick Start

Run the upgrade checklist to migrate Expo SDKs and apply dependency fixes for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions about upgrading-expo

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

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How do I upgrade my Expo SDK version and fix dependency mismatches?▼

You can automate your Expo SDK upgrade by running a checklist that aligns dependencies, identifies deprecated APIs, and applies prebuild adjustments to migrate your React Native project smoothly.

What happens to native modules during an Expo SDK upgrade?▼

During an Expo SDK upgrade, native modules require migration to resolve breaking changes and dependency mismatches. The upgrade process identifies deprecated APIs and applies necessary package migrations for your React Native project.

Can I upgrade Expo SDK for a bare workflow project using prebuild?▼

Yes, you can upgrade Expo SDK for a bare workflow project. The upgrade process handles prebuild adjustments and migrates native modules to ensure dependencies remain correctly aligned during the SDK version transition.

Does the Expo upgrade process support migrating to beta SDK versions?▼

Yes, the Expo upgrade process supports migrating to both latest stable and beta SDK versions. It executes compatibility checks to identify deprecated APIs and breaking changes before applying required dependency fixes.

Why do I get dependency mismatch errors after changing my Expo SDK version?▼

Dependency mismatch errors occur after changing your Expo SDK version because installed packages lag behind the new SDK's API contracts. Running an automated upgrade checklist identifies these mismatches and applies compatible package versions.

When should I run npx expo install during an SDK upgrade?▼

You should run npx expo install during an SDK upgrade after changing your Expo SDK version to automatically align all project dependencies to compatible versions, resolving deprecated APIs and fixing mismatched packages.