The React Native Show Podcast

On the day when React Native 0.74 goes live, we give you an exclusive peek behind the scenes of this release. Tune in to an in-depth discussion on what React Native 0.74 brings to the table, from new features and promising enhancements to deprecated feature removals and changes. To discuss the ins and outs of the latest React Native version, as well as the recent improvements to the release process, Łukasz is joined by two members of the release crew: Hur Ali, who’s also a member of the performance optimization team at Callstack, and Alex Hunt, an Engineer at Meta for the React Developer Experience team. Share your feedback on this episode ✨ https://forms.gle/16qp1AAooLhFB5Qi6 Need help with React Native? Get in touch with us 📨 https://hubs.ly/Q02tCTnR0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q02tCTq40 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.ly/Q02tCTyr0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this Coffee Talk episode, we take a closer look at what your career may look like if you decide to take on the challenging, yet rewarding role of a tech lead or a dev manager. This change is not only about the change in title but the profound shift in mindset, responsibilities, and the art of managing people alongside projects. To discuss this topic, Kuba has invited Adam Trzciński and Jakub Bujko. Both our guests have successfully navigated such a transition at Callstack and so can share their firsthand experiences, the hurdles they overcame, and the lessons learned along the way. Share your feedback on this episode ✨ https://forms.gle/XXoegktQrgBKsaMGA Join the Callstack Team 👋 https://hubs.li/Q02sdzGC0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q02sd2Ll0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q02sd2Qt0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this episode of The React Native Show Podcast, we’re diving into what’s new and important in React Native performance optimization in 2024. To give you a maximum dose of practical knowledge, Łukasz has sat down with two guests whom you might know from the contributions to our Ultimate Guide to React Native Optimization: 💜 Kadi Kraman, Software Developer at Expo 💜 Maciej Jastrzębski, Expert Software Engineer at Callstack Together, they take a closer look at the biggest performance news and challenges of 2023, the role of the community in helping developers build performance cross-platform apps, performance differences between React Native and native applications, and what 2024 holds for this aspect of software development. Download the Ultimate Guide to React Native Optimization 2024 📖 https://hubs.li/Q02q7scG0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q02q7sdp0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q02q7sC80 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Long time no see! We haven’t published a Coffee Talk since November, and in this one, Kuba comes back with a bang and two very special guests: 💜 Ola Desmurs Linczewska, a React Native developer at Callstack and the author of “Simplifying State Management in React Native” 💜 Anisha Malde, a Developer Advocate at Amazon and a speaker at React Native EU 2023 The trio dives into the current state of React and React Native, comparing it to the landscape five years ago. They explore the significant changes, such as the shift to functional components and hooks, the introduction of the Context API, and the evolution of state management. Our guests also share their unique career journeys and offer valuable advice for newcomers in the tech industry, particularly women looking to start or grow in this field. For episode resources, check our website 📖 https://hubs.li/Q02pqG9x0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q02p2LBl0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.ly/Q02p2LwH0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Tune in to the special episode, in which Łukasz Chludziński is joined by Eli White and Matt Carroll from Meta to discuss the eagerly anticipated React Conf 2024. To attend, register for the ticket lottery before Feb 28 🎟 https://conf.react.dev/ To become a speaker, submit your talk proposal by Feb 28 🎤 https://sessionize.com/react-conf-2024/ Celebrating a decade of React-driven innovation, the event aims to give the community the platform to learn from each other, connect in person, and build meaningful relations in beautiful Henderson, Nevada. While there’s no need for a major spoiler alert, our guests shed more light on: 💚 why React Conf is back in 2024 💚 what to expect in terms of lineup and content 💚 why the event is so important to the React community 🗓 React Conf takes place on May 15-16, 2024 in Henderson, Nevada

In this episode, Łukasz sits down with Mo Javad to discuss multiplatform app development with React and React Native. From the roots of the multiplatform vision to the modern-day approaches and solutions facilitating code-sharing, they’re unpacking everything you need to know to build applications that run smoothly on any platform. Tune in to learn about: 💜 formation of a multiplatform vision and resulting benefits 💜 today's multiplatform choices 💜 case study of a universal streaming platform built with React Native For episode resources, check our website 📖 https://hubs.li/Q02l8kF70 Ready to harness React Native to drive business growth and operational excellence? Contact us so we can help you transform your business 🚀 https://hubs.li/Q02hwYXT0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q02hwYYn0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q02hwYX50 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In the 34th episode of The React Native Show podcast, we're chatting about something exciting for the React Native community – the results of the State of React Native 2023 survey. It's a treasure trove for all React Native developers, revealing which tools are killing it in the trenches and spotting the next waves hitting the shores. We'll break down the latest findings on what's hot and what's not in React Native, and we're doing it with the folks who made the survey happen: Bartłomiej Bukowski and Kacper Kapuściak from Software Mansion. Strap in because it's going to be a fun ride. For episode resources, check our website 📖 https://hubs.li/Q02jrGnQ0 State of React Native 2023 📖 https://results.stateofreactnative.com/ In search of more React and React Native development resources? Visit Callstack’s website 🚀 https://hubs.ly/Q02jhzXd0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧https://hubs.ly/Q02jhz8T0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.ly/Q02jhzwn0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Let’s explore the practicalities and strategic considerations of scaling React Native across all stages of business growth with expert insights from Rafael Mendiola (X @GroundControl) and Jakub Stadniczuk (X @kubastad). Our guests discuss the dynamics of React Native implementation in organizations ranging from startups to large enterprises, providing valuable insights into the technological and organizational aspects of React Native at scale. Tune in to learn about: 💜 differences in React Native adoption across startups, scaleups, and enterprises 💜 organizational support and stakeholder buy-in as key to introducing React Native 💜 decision criteria for adopting React Native in enterprise settings 💜 project sponsorship and operational challenges in React Native adoption at scale 💜 recognizing when to revamp existing React Native products based on performance issues 💜 organizational strategies for improving engineering quality and aligning product goals 💜 frustrations with React Native productization and opportunities for growth 💜 influence of React Native's open-source community and proactive involvement Ready to harness React Native to drive business growth and operational excellence? Contact us so we can help you transform your business 🚀 https://hubs.ly/Q02fYQzT0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q02fYQzW0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.ly/Q02fYQzT0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this episode, Łukasz (X @loginlukasza) invites Oskar Kwaśniewski (X @o_kwasniewski) and Michał Pierzchała (X @thymikee) to discuss their experimental journey of bringing React Native to Apple Vision Pro and visionOS. Together, they walk us through the process of bringing React Native to a new platform, with all its ups and downs. Tune in to learn about 💜 Extended Reality market 💜 Apple Vision Pro and visionOS 💜 React Native for visionOS 💜 use cases, capabilities, and features 💜 challenges and considerations of bringing React Native to a new platform 💜 future plans for taking this technology to the next level Resources & links ⚙️ Callstack’s React Native Vision OS repository https://github.com/callstack/react-native-visionos Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q02cMCYz0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q02cMCXZ0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

We’ve been talking about building mobile and web apps with React Native for quite a while. How about we touch on yet another space that can be transformed with this technology: TV. To do that, Łukasz (who, by the way, has been a part of a TV project for a while) invited two guests with first-hand experience in React Native TV app development: Yusuf Yildirim (Technical Lead at XITE) and Karol Latusek (Software Engineer collaborating with Callstack). Topics covered 🎧 Current state of the TV development space and the challenges posed by the variety of available devices to platforms 🎧 Place of React Native and its community in the TV app development landscape 🎧 Benefits of using React Native for TV platforms, emphasizing code optimization, unified development, and a shared learning curve 🎧 Considerations that a React Native developer should have in mind when building apps for TVs 🎧 Insights into the evolving landscape of TV development, including the promising support for TVs from Expo Resources 📖 Revolutionizing Focus Management in TV Applications with React Native https://medium.com/xite-engineering/revolutionizing-focus-management-in-tv-applications-with-react-native-10ba69bd90 ⚙️ Yusuf’s repositories https://github.com/yusufyildirim?tab=repositories Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q02bY-7z0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q02bY-bk0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In the next episode of the “React Native at Scale” series, we lean a bit more towards the technology side to show you the impact that React Native and Re.Pack can have on a large fintech organization. To demonstrate that, we’ve invited two very special guests: Mike Duminy, a Principal Engineer and Domain Architect who works on scaling frontend technology at Klarna, and Jakub Romańczyk, Software Engineer at Callstack and the maintainer of Re.Pack. Together, we explore Klarna's business structure, the decision to use React Native, the benefits and challenges of using Re.Pack, and Klarna's release process. All of that will give you a better insight into how large-scale fintech organizations operate, what they needs are, and why React Native is well-suited to satisfy them. We also discuss the concept of super apps, the importance of optimizing bundle sizes, and the future plans for Module Federation in Klarna's architecture. Tune in now to dig deeper into React Native at scale – and if you’re looking to futureproof your app with the technology that belongs to the React & React Native universe, give us a shout 👉 https://hubs.li/Q029_nb_0 Learn more about Re.Pack ⚙️ https://hubs.ly/Q029_nqX0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.ly/Q029_npT0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q029_np_0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this episode of The React Native Show Podcast, Jakub (@bionanek) and Thiago (@thiagobrez) take you on a journey through the exciting (although a bit complex) world of Web3 and its intersection with mobile app development. This 45-minute Coffee Talk episode covers the following topics: - journey to fiery Web3 enthusiasm: our hosts discuss what initially sparked their interest and how they became involved in the rapidly evolving Web3 space - favorite crypto projects: Jakub and Thiago dig deeper into their professional experience and Web3 projects that they hold dear - perks of Web3: from NFTs to DeFi and GameFi, we discuss all the things that make Web3 a very exciting and inspiring environment - drawbacks of Web3: we also acknowledge the downsides of the Web3 space, including parts of the community solely chasing monetary gains, scams, and the high barrier of entry - React Native and Web3: our hosts shed more light on how they leverage React Native expertise to build Web3 applications at Callstack - building Web3 apps: to finish off, Thiago walks you through the process and tools for building Web3 applications, such as ethers.js, web3.js, viem, and wagmi. We hope this episode will provide valuable insights into mobile Web3. As always, we would love to hear your thoughts and feedback! Thiago’s article about building Web3 apps with React Native :book: https://hubs.li/Q0288c3r0 Check out other episodes of our podcast :headphones: https://hubs.li/Q0288c4C0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders :e-mail: https://hubs.li/Q0288c3M0

In this episode, we dive deep into the practicalities of using native modules across different ecosystems with Open Native. Our guest, Jamie Birch (@LinguaBrowse), the creator of React NativeScript, explains the pressing problems in this area and how Open Native aims to solve them. Throughout this discussion, we cover: ➡️ the current challenges with cross-platform development and native modules ➡️ the inception of Open Native and the problems it aims to address ➡️ the practical steps taken within the React Native ecosystem and NativeScript community toward the implementation of Open Native ➡️ what Open Native is, what its functionalities are, and how it impacts developers working across different platforms ➡️ the potential of Open Native and how it can further improve the landscape of cross-platform development This episode is a comprehensive resource for software developers interested in understanding the role of Open Native and native modules in cross-ecosystem compatibility. If you’re looking to explore the potential of a common format for native modules and the feasibility of sharing work across different ecosystems, you’ve come to the right place. Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧https://hubs.li/Q026d97l0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this episode, we delve into Expo’s potential to reshape the future of React Native development and enhance the developer experience. Our guests are Jon Samp, Head of Product at Expo, and Cedric van Putten, a Software Engineer at Expo. Together, we'll go on a journey through: ➡️ the origins of Expo and its evolution into a well-known framework for making universal native apps for Android, iOS, and the web with JavaScript and React ➡️ insights into how Expo functions as both a product and a framework ➡️ a practical walkthrough of starting and deploying a project with Expo ➡️ a closer look at the features of Expo: debugging tools, Expo Router, Config Plugins, and libraries ➡️ a deep-dive into Expo App Services (EAS) for streamlined development and delivery and the roadmap for EAS's future features ➡️ what's next for Expo Tune in to learn how Expo can help you build React Native apps faster and more efficiently. Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q0210B4R0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q0210B4R0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

In this special crossover episode of The React Native Show Podcast, we join forces with React Native Radio to bring you a lively discussion on all things React Native. Following two intense days of React Native EU 2023, Łukasz Chludziński (@loginlukasza) from Callstack and Jamon Holmgren (@jamonholmgren) from Infinite Red got together to delve into the gossip and current events surrounding React Native, providing valuable insights from their experiences working with clients and contributing to the community. Here's what you can expect from this information-packed episode: ➡️ Core Contributor Summit 2023: Insights into how the people and businesses contributing to React Native are shaping the ecosystem. ➡️ New Debugger: Explore the transition from Flipper to the new debugger and how it benefits the developer experience. ➡️ React Native 1.0: Learn about the journey towards a stable, shared architecture and potential productization. ➡️ Evolution of Expo: Discover the latest features and perspectives on Expo from a tech & business standpoint. ➡️ Static Hermes: Delve into the limitations and opportunities of static Hermes. ➡️ New Architecture: Uncover the transition to an interop layer and compatibility in React Native. Tune in now to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and get all the juicy details! Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q022n2Ll0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q022n2HC0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Unless you live under a rock, you must have heard about the recent release of Bun 1.0. For those of you who somehow missed that announcement, Bun is a fast, all-in-one toolkit for running, building, testing, and debugging JavaScript and TypeScript, from a single file to a full-stack application – and as of September 8, it’s finally stable and production-ready. Much like the rest of the community, we’re pretty excited about the release and Bun in general – and we’re even more excited to have the brain behind it all, Jarred Sumner, as our next Coffee Talk guest. Together, we discuss: • Bun’s origins, primary purpose, and core features • the inner workings of Bun, including its use of Zig and the factors that contribute to its lightning-fast performance • the toolkit’s versatility and potential as a replacement for Node.js • Bun's role within the JavaScript and React Native ecosystem, including its relationship with Metro and the benefits it brings to React and React Native developers • the journey towards Bun 1.0, including the work style at Oven, the lessons learned, and the influence of a significant investment on the project's future Tune in, try Bun 1.0, and let us know how it works for you! Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q022w5Kk0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q022w5Tl0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Welcome to a new episode of The React Native Podcast Show's Coffee Talk! Join us as we explore Vim, the legendary and controversial text editor. Discover the origins of Vim, its standout features, and how it can elevate your coding efficiency (no jokes here). In this episode, Kuba (@bionanek), Burak (@_atlj), Jan (@jaworek3211), and Lucas share their personal experiences with Vim, detailing what sparked their interest and how they navigated the initial learning curve. They also highlight Vim's powerful motion commands, command-line editing, and integration across major IDEs, as well as discuss the pros and cons of using Vim, exploring specific use cases where it excels (including React Native and Open Source projects). Whether you're a seasoned Vim user or new to this legendary text editor, this episode provides valuable insights and practical tips to help you harness the power of Vim effectively. You can find the resources mentioned in the episode on our website ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q021LCqL0

This episode of the React Native Show delves into the recent introduction of End-to-End (E2E) testing in the React Native core. Join us as we unpack the thought process, technical considerations, and practical implementation of this new approach to testing in React Native. In conversation with Mateusz Ulańczyk and Szymon Rybczak, the people directly involved in making this solution a reality, we'll cover: - the context and need for improvement in testing within the React Native ecosystem - the goal and expected outcomes of introducing E2E testing - the technical stack behind RNTester-E2E, including Appium and WebDriverIO - the workflow of RNTester-E2E in practice and how it operates on every PR - future plans for RNTester-E2E, including community involvement, device farm integration, and screenshot testing This episode will give you a candid look at how E2E tests in RNTester can help reduce regressions, speed up releases, and ultimately lead to a more robust codebase. Tune in, and enjoy a more stable codebase and more pleasant work! You can find the resources mentioned in the episode on our website ➡️ https://hubs.ly/Q0204Z_D0 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q01_BPMB0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q01_BPV-0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Join Łukasz Chludziński (@loginlukasza) and Andrew Meyer (@takameyer) as they explore the realm (see what we’ve done there?) of databases for mobile applications, focusing specifically on React Native applications built with Realm & MongoDB. In this episode, we cover the following topics: • a brief history of mobile databases and the road from Nokia to Realm • the overview of database options for mobile applications from the least to the most complex • a deep–dive into Realm SDK for React Native, from benefits and use cases to features, usage details, and resources for developers • future plans for Realm You can find the resources mentioned in the episode on our website ➡️ https://hubs.li/Q01-GGVb0 If you enjoyed this episode, give it a thumbs-up on YouTube or rate it on a podcast app of your choice. We’re also counting on your feedback and suggestions for other topics to discuss on the podcast 🙌 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q01ZKYd_0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.li/Q01ZKYf80 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio

Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of React Native at scale with Jacob Suñol, an expert in healthcare technology from Abbott. Discover how React Native tackles the unique challenges faced by large healthcare organizations, revolutionizing the way teams collaborate, scale, and develop innovative solutions. In the second episode of the “React Native at scale” series, we explore the intersection of React Native and healthcare technology, uncovering the strategies and success stories shared by Jacob Suñol, Senior Director of Product Development at Abbott. Here's what you can expect to learn from our discussion: 1) Challenges faced by SMEs and enterprises in healthcare: • Overcoming silos and fostering collaboration • Agile transformation in large enterprises • Strategies for scaling teams effectively 2) Engaging third parties and building tech partnerships • Balancing in-house teams and external partnerships • Choosing the right third-party tech partner • Maintaining consistency and quality in outsourced React Native development 3) Open source and legal considerations • Leveraging open source to boost organizational efficiency • Fulfilling social responsibility through community contributions • Legal constraints in the healthcare industry 4) Building Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) with React Native • Navigating regulatory compliance in SaMD development • Evaluating technology maturity in healthcare applications • Performance in SaMD and React Native Tune in to gain valuable insights from Jacob Suñol's experience and discover how React Native can revolutionize businesses at scale, particularly in the healthtech industry. Ready to leverage the power of React Native at scale for your organization? Explore our comprehensive software consulting services and get in touch with us 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q01XL3S40 Check out other episodes of our podcast 🎧 https://hubs.li/Q01XL3Pf0 Sign up for our newsletter for developers and tech leaders 📧 https://hubs.ly/Q01XL3Pg0 Follow us on Twitter 🐦 https://twitter.com/callstackio