Andrew Chester

Full-stack mobile dev with 4+ yrs in React Native & Expo. Started as a web dev, now mastering TypeScript to build top-notch apps.

React-Native Infinite Scrolling with Lazy Loading: A Step-by-Step Guide

Infinite scrolling is a ubiquitous feature in modern apps, think Instagram, X, or Pinterest, where content loads seamlessly as users scroll, creating an engaging and uninterrupted experience. According to a study cited in this article, the average social media user scrolls through roughly 300 feet of newsfeed daily, equivalent to

React Native & Expo: Full-Screen Image Viewer with Zoom Made Simple

Have you ever worked with images in React Native? If so, you’ve likely encountered the need to add zoom functionality, a staple feature in mobile apps like Instagram, Facebook, and X. Zooming into images enhances the user experience, letting people inspect details up close. Over the years, React Native

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React Native Modals: Sheets vs. Full-Screen Modals Explained

In mobile development, modals are a powerful tool, especially on iOS, for enhancing user experience. A common question I get about my side projects is: “What library do you use for modals?” I rely on two types, sheets and full-screen modals, each with distinct purposes. Let’s break them down

Optimizing Web Performance with Expo

If you’ve read my other articles, you might have seen me mention my recent Expo web app release. Before diving into mobile development with…

Expo Web & SEO Optimization: A Developer’s Guide to Better Rankings

For most web applications, SEO is a game-changer. With Expo Web ushering in a new wave of cross-platform projects, optimizing for search…

EAS Hosting with Expo Web: A Developer’s Take

I recently launched the web version of my mobile app side project, built with Expo Web. Around the same time, Expo announced EAS Hosting, a…

Should you use Expo or Bare React Native?

A 4-Year Veteran’s Take on Speed, Performance, and Dev Bliss

Expo Web in 2025: How AI-Powered Tools Are Supercharging Development

From code refactoring to instant SEO, AI is transforming Expo Web workflows, here’s how I slashed dev time on a real project.

Expo Router Web Best Practices: Lessons from Converting a Mobile App to Web

Over the past six weeks, I’ve transformed my Expo side project from a mobile app to a web app. Along the way, I’ve uncovered key best…

Creating Responsive Web and Mobile Designs with Tamagui and Expo

It’s been a while since my last Medium post, and for good reason. Over the past two months, I’ve been revamping my Expo side project to…

React Native Folder Structure

Navigating the landscape of React Native development, especially for developers transitioning from other tech stacks, often involves…

Biome Over Eslint and Prettier

I’ve always been a fan of using Eslint and Prettier for maintaining format standards and promoting better coding practices in my side…

Redux Toolkit vs. TanStack Query: Which Should You Use?

After diving back into Redux after two years, I’ve compared it with TanStack Query, which I’ve been using exclusively. Here’s what you need…

Implementing Loading and Success Overlays in React Native with a Custom ResponseProvider

Providing user feedback for loading states and successful actions is crucial in mobile applications. Techniques like skeleton loaders…

Streamline Error Tracking in React Native with Expo and Sentry

Catching errors in React Native is critical for maintaining a smooth user experience. Let’s face it, we’ve all had bugs slip into…

React Native’s Ultimate Tech Stack for 2024

After over three years of development with React Native and Expo, I’ve experimented with various technologies. Here’s a breakdown of the…

Expo Router Type-Safety

If you have ever used React Navigation, you may have set up type safety for your screens. This straightforward integration likely saved you…

How to Build Instagram-Style Splash Screens with Expo 52

With the release of Expo 52, the expo-splash-screen module has been updated. In this article, I’ll cover the changes and show you how to…

Publishing Mobile Apps with React Native and Expo

Introduction

Why I Switched to Expo Router: Best Practices and Implementation Guide

After years of using React Navigation for my side projects, I decided to give Expo Router another try. My first experience with expo…

Calendar UI Library for React Native

React Native offers numerous UI libraries, but finding a reliable calendar UI library can be challenging. Common issues include poor…

Mobile App Carousels in React Native with Pagination

Carousels for mobile apps can significantly enhance UI/UX, providing a versatile way to display ads, highlight key information, or present…

BanKan Board, the Simple Project Management Tool for Mobile Developers

Throughout my years in development, both in professional environments and personal side projects, I’ve noticed that most developers have a…

Seamlessly Upload Images from React Native/Expo to an Elysia API

Elysia API for TypeScript Enthusiasts

Implementing a Search Dropdown in React Native with react-native-autocomplete-dropdown

Autocomplete dropdowns have become a staple in many popular apps like Google, Uber, DoorDash, and Instagram. These dropdowns significantly…