React Native

Overview

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React Native is an open-source framework for building cross-platform applications (apps) using React and the platform’s native capabilities. In this course, you will move from the basics of React to a more advanced implementation using React Native. You’ll review a wide range of different React components and ways of styling them. And you’ll get to practice using different mobile methods of interactivity with React Native. Some of the basics skills you will learn include: • Building a single-page React Native app and styling it using basic components • Building large lists and configuring user inputs within a React Native app • Using the Pressable component to build buttons and other clickable areas • Setting up an app with React Navigation and moving between screens You’ll gain experience with the following tools and software: • React • React Native • Front End development languages (HTML, CSS and JavaScript) • JSX • Code editing programs, such as Expo and Visual Studio Code This course is for learners who would like to prepare themselves for a career in mobile development. To succeed in this course, you will need foundational knowledge of React basics, internet navigation skills and an eagerness to code.

Syllabus

Introduction to React Native

In this module, the basic structure and use of React Native is explored and demonstrated. You will learn to build a single page React Native app and style it using basic components such as View, Text and StyleSheet.

Lists and Text Input in React Native

In this module you will learn about the core components of React Native. You will learn to build large and performant lists with the FlatList and SectionList components. You will then learn to configure user inputs via keyboard using the TextInput component. By the end of this module, you will gain the knowledge to build large lists and configure user inputs within your React Native App.

Pressable, Images and Hooks in React Native

In this module you will learn about using the Pressable component to build buttons and other clickable areas. You will then learn about displaying and styling images within the app. Finally, you will explore some common React Native hooks that come handy during development

React Navigation

In this module you will learn all about navigating between screens using React Navigation. You will learn different types of navigation such as Stack, Tab and Drawer navigation, which are widely used in mobile apps. You will also learn about the core features of React Navigation. By the end of this module, you will be able to setup your app with React Navigation and move between screens.