Expo is a free and open-source platform for building universal native apps using React Native. It provides a set of tools and services that simplify the development process, allowing developers to build, deploy, and manage mobile applications without the need for complex configurations or native code expertise. Expo offers features like hot reloading, over-the-air updates, and access to native APIs, making it easy to create high-quality mobile apps for both iOS and Android platforms.
Compared to traditional React Native development, Expo streamlines the app development workflow and eliminates the need for setting up and maintaining native development environments. It is actively maintained and continuously updated with new features and improvements.
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