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OTA updates in React Native

Ponikar on July 14, 2024

Hi there, it's been a long time since I have written a blog on React Native. Today I just want to explain what OTA updates are and how you can use ...
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Irfan Wani

Expo-updates requires expo to be installed (I am using bare mode and don't want to install any unnecessary libraries), and code-push is set to retire on 31st March 2025 and we need to deploy the server manually to keep using it.

Is there any other alternative other than code push and expo updates?

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Hamid Reza Darash • Edited

you can see this repository:
github.com/shm-open/code-push-server
edit your .env and build docker image from latest version and do use this codepush cli:
github.com/shm-open/code-push-cli

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Khánh nguyen
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Pujan Khamkar

Hii Irfan, there is an alternative to App Center's CodePush and Expo Updates, called AppsOnAir.

They have recently launched their CodePush service, using which you can easily push mobile app updates in real-time without needing the approval of any app stores.

You can explore it here: appsonair.com/codepush-alternative

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Jeffrey J. McClendon

This post brings attention to one of React Native’s most powerful features—OTA updates. It’s a game-changer when done right but also comes with caveats that developers should be cautious of.

Working with an experienced React Native coder ensures these advanced capabilities are implemented efficiently and securely. I found this service provider quite resourceful: mobisoftinfotech.com/services/hire....

What OTA tools or services have worked best for your team?