React Native Radio

Maestro CEO Leland Takamine joins Jamon and Robin to discuss Maestro’s growth, new tools like Studio Desktop and cloud testing, and why reliability matters for automated testing. Show NotesMaestro's websiteRNR 262 - Maestro: The App-solute Solution for Mobile UI TestingFlashlight Maestro DocsConnect With Us!Leland Takamine: @lelandtakamineJamon Holmgren: @jamonholmgrenRobin Heinze: @robinheinzeReact Native Radio: @ReactNativeRdioThis episode is brought to you by Infinite Red!Infinite Red is an expert React Native consultancy located in the USA. With nearly a decade of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter, core React Native contributors, creators of Ignite and Reactotron, and much, much more), Infinite Red is the best choice for helping you build and deploy your next React Native app.

Evan Bacon and James Ide from Expo join us as guests for the second part of React Native Web vs. React Strict DOM!Connect With Us!Evan Bacon: @BaconbrixJames Ide: @JIJamon Holmgren: @jamonholmgrenRobin Heinze: @robinheinzeMazen Chami: @mazenchamiReact Native Radio: @ReactNativeRdioThis episode is brought to you by Infinite Red!Infinite Red is an expert React Native consultancy located in the USA. With nearly a decade of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter, core React Native contributors, creators of Ignite and Reactotron, and much, much more), Infinite Red is the best choice for helping you build and deploy your next React Native app.

Nicolas Gallagher, a software engineer at Meta working on the web platform team and a co-creator of React Native for Web, joins the discussion on the differences between React Native Web and React Strict DOM. They explore the historical context and design challenges of these technologies. Key topics include performance, accessibility, and user experience distinctions, along with how Meta is shaping the future of React development. The conversation also touches on community contributions and the evolution of coding environments.

Michał Pierzchała from Callstack joins Jamon and Robin to talk about the React Native Enterprise Framework, why it’s built for large teams, and how it helps enterprises ship React Native apps at scale. Show NotesRNEF Website: https://www.rnef.dev/RNEF Github: https://github.com/callstack/rnefMike Grabowski’s tweet about the RN CLI in 2016: https://x.com/grabbou/status/754780350451224576 Connect With Us!Michał Pierzchała: @thymikeeJamon Holmgren: @jamonholmgrenRobin Heinze: @robinheinzeMazen Chami: @mazenchamiReact Native Radio: @ReactNativeRdioThis episode is brought to you by Infinite Red!Infinite Red is an expert React Native consultancy located in the USA. With nearly a decade of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter, core React Native contributors, creators of Ignite and Reactotron, and much, much more), Infinite Red is the best choice for helping you build and deploy your next React Native app.

Markus Leyendecker, a seasoned tech expert at Meta, shares insights on integrating React Native with the Meta Quest. He discusses the exciting potential of mixed reality for developers and highlights Meta's innovations in AR and VR. The conversation dives into the evolution of VR devices and practical applications, such as gaming and automotive repairs. Markus also emphasizes the importance of community support and early product engagement, encouraging developers to explore the immersive possibilities that React Native offers.

Nahue Alberti from Paisanos joins Mazen to break down how they built the Boca Socios app using React Native, Solito, and a universal architecture—plus thoughts on AI testing, fast iteration, and building for real fans. Show Notes"The Universal Way: One Codebase, all platforms" on Paisanos blogPaisanos on LinkedInPaisanos on XConnect With Us!Nahue Alberti: @nays1_Mazen Chami: @mazenchamiReact Native Radio: @ReactNativeRdioThis episode is brought to you by Infinite Red!Infinite Red is an expert React Native consultancy located in the USA. With nearly a decade of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter, core React Native contributors, creators of Ignite and Reactotron, and much, much more), Infinite Red is the best choice for helping you build and deploy your next React Native app.

State management isn’t one-size-fits-all. Jamon, Robin, and Mazen compare tools they’ve used on real projects, where trade-offs show up, and how their opinions have evolved.Connect With Us!Jamon Holmgren: @jamonholmgrenRobin Heinze: @robinheinzeMazen Chami: @mazenchamiReact Native Radio: @ReactNativeRdioThis episode is brought to you by Infinite Red!Infinite Red is an expert React Native consultancy located in the USA. With nearly a decade of React Native experience and deep roots in the React Native community (hosts of Chain React and the React Native Newsletter, core React Native contributors, creators of Ignite and Reactotron, and much, much more), Infinite Red is the best choice for helping you build and deploy your next React Native app.

Saad Najmi, a Software Engineer at Microsoft, dives deep into the world of React Native macOS. He discusses how the library is evolving and where it's currently being applied. The conversation touches on the challenges of maintaining cross-platform support and the nuances between UIKit and AppKit. Najmi also highlights the complexities of managing conditional code and the ongoing modernization of Microsoft Office apps, revealing how these advancements showcase the potential of desktop applications.

Cedric van Putten, an engineer from Expo based in Amsterdam, shares insights about Expo Atlas, a revolutionary tool for visualizing Metro bundles. He discusses how Atlas helps developers identify bloat in their apps and enhances the debugging experience. Cedric reveals the tool's journey from an internal solution to an open-source project, detailing its impact on application efficiency and future developments. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of specialized tools in optimizing React Native development.

Martin Remmelgas, the CEO of Codemagic and a tech journeyer from chemistry, shares insights on the evolution of mobile CI/CD. He discusses how Codemagic streamlines code signing and versioning challenges for React Native developers. The conversation touches on the advantages of automation tools, as well as how Codemagic fosters team collaboration. Remmelgas also explores AI's role in software development and the competitive landscape of CI/CD tools, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement.