Prerequisites

Prerequisites

Installing Node.js

Follow the instructions for your operating system found here: nodejs.org/en/download

Installing pnpm

We officially support pnpm version 9+, but we will do our best to keep it compatible with npm and yarn.

The easiest way to install pnpm is via Node.js Corepack. Inside the folder with ExpoStarter, run these commands:

corepack enable
corepack install

Alternatively, follow the instructions for your operating system found here: pnpm.io/installation

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Installing Node.js Installing pnpm Run on simulator Install Watchman and JDK Add the JAVA_HOME environment variable in ~/.bash_profile (or ~/.zshrc if you use Zsh):Download and install Android Studio.Install the Android API 43 SDK using the following bash command:Install the Android SDK Platform Tools and Emulator:Install the System Image for the Emulator:Create an Android Virtual Device (AVD):

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