Getting Started

Welcome to Expo Startup! This guide will help you set up and run the project after purchasing.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following installed:

• Node.js v20+ (I recommend using v18.17.0 or newer)

nvm use 20

Installation Steps

1. Clone the Repository

After purchasing, you'll receive access to the GitHub repository. Clone it to your local machine:

git clone https://github.com/your-purchased-repo-url.git my-app

2. Install Dependencies

Install the required dependencies:

# Navigate to the app directory
cd my app
 
# Install dependencies
npm install

This project uses Expo SDK 52, which will be installed automatically with the dependencies.

3. Start the Development Server

Run the development server:

# Start the Expo development server
npx expo start -c

You can then run the app on:

• iOS simulator by pressing i
• Android emulator by pressing a
• Your physical device by scanning the QR code with the Expo Go app

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during setup:

1. Make sure you're using Node.js v18 or newer
2. Try clearing the npm cache: npm cache clean --force
3. For Expo specific issues, check the Expo documentation