Editorial take
Why it stands out
App Store review for OTA policy compliance—do not ship arbitrary code download violations.
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Tool profile
Framework for building native mobile apps with React and shared JavaScript across platforms.
Cross-platform apps sharing logic with React web teams
Build native mobile apps using React: JavaScript/TypeScript driving native views—not a WebView wrapper for most UI.
React Native is MIT-licensed open source under Meta’s governance. The framework is free; budgets cover developer programs, code signing, CI build farms, crash analytics, and optional Expo or OTA services.
New Architecture (Fabric/TurboModules) shifts perf characteristics—validate on devices you actually ship.
Quick fit
Editorial take
App Store review for OTA policy compliance—do not ship arbitrary code download violations.
What it does well
Primary use cases
Fit notes
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