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upgrading-expo

Guide Expo SDK upgrades with dependency management and native prebuilding.

7|2|Updated May 11, 2023
Search Tags:#dependencies#migration#sdk#upgrade#react native#expo
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide and actionable steps to upgrade Expo SDK versions, manage dependency conflicts, and adapt to breaking changes, ensuring a smoother development workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Step-by-step upgrade process: Detailed commands for updating Expo and dependencies.
  • Diagnostic tools: Guidance on using npx expo-doctor for health checks.
  • Native changes handling: Instructions for prebuilding and clearing native caches.
  • Dependency management: Lists of deprecated packages and their replacements.
  • New Architecture & React 19: Specific guidance for adopting these major updates.
  • Use Case: You need to upgrade your Expo project from SDK 53 to SDK 54. This Skill will guide you through the necessary commands, dependency updates, and configuration changes, including adopting React 19 features and enabling the React Compiler.

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.

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How do I upgrade Expo SDK versions and manage dependency conflicts?▼

Upgrading Expo SDK requires following a step-by-step process to update dependencies, clear native caches, and prebuild native code. Diagnostic tools like npx expo-doctor help resolve dependency conflicts and verify project health.

What is the best way to handle deprecated packages when upgrading to a new Expo SDK?▼

Handling deprecated packages during an Expo SDK upgrade involves identifying deprecated dependencies and replacing them with their specified alternatives. The upgrade process provides lists of deprecated packages and their modern replacements to ensure compatibility.

How does React 19 adoption affect my React Native Expo project upgrade?▼

React 19 adoption during an Expo SDK upgrade requires specific configuration changes to adapt to breaking changes. The process includes guidance for adopting React 19 features and enabling the React Compiler to ensure the project functions correctly.

Why does my Expo project need native code prebuilding after an SDK upgrade?▼

Native code prebuilding is necessary after an Expo SDK upgrade to clear native caches and adapt to new native features. The upgrade process includes detailed instructions for clearing caches and rebuilding native code to ensure compatibility.

Can I use npx expo-doctor to diagnose issues before upgrading my Expo SDK?▼

Yes, you can use npx expo-doctor to perform health checks and diagnose issues before upgrading your Expo SDK. The diagnostic tool identifies dependency conflicts and configuration problems to ensure a smoother upgrade workflow.

What should I do to enable the New Architecture when upgrading Expo SDK?▼

Enabling the New Architecture during an Expo SDK upgrade involves following specific guidance for adopting major updates and configuring the project. The process provides actionable steps to adapt to new React and Expo features safely.

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