Chapter 1:Introduction to React Native and Galio

Let's start by understanding what this book is about and how it can help you learn how to use React Native and Galio. By reading this book, you'll understand how to install React Native and all the necessary tools for using it with both macOS and Windows. You will then understand how to create an Expo project and why we're using Expo, the difference between the template workflows and how they come in handy, and also how to start your new project on both a physical device and a simulator. Things should be really easy to follow, so you might find the experience rewarding.

Understanding the world of cross-platform mobile programming isn't an easy task but it sure is a doable one. You made the first step by purchasing this book – the second one is currently in progress since you're reading this book to discover how React Native works and how Galio is meant to help you build apps faster. The main purpose...