Expo

7.8

Expo is a development platform for building React Native apps for iOS, Android, and web from one JavaScript/TypeScript codebase.

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What It Does

Build cross-platform mobile and web apps from one codebase
Cloud builds compile your app without local Xcode or Android Studio
Over-the-air updates push fixes without app store review
Pre-built SDK modules for camera, notifications, maps, auth
Hot reload, device previews, and error overlays built in

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

+Dramatically reduces mobile development complexity
+Generous free tier including cloud builds
+Over-the-air updates save days of app store wait
+Huge module ecosystem — rarely need native code
+Strong community and documentation

Weaknesses

−Developer tool — not useful without coding skills
−Some advanced native features require ejecting
−Free tier build queues slow during peak hours
−Learning curve without JavaScript/React experience

AI Features

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STOA's Verdict

Fastest way for a small team to build mobile apps without separate iOS and Android developers. If you have JavaScript talent, Expo saves serious time and money.

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AI-generated training guides tailored to your team's size, skill level, and focus areas for Expo — coming in v0.3.2.

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