Lesson 2: Setting Up Your Development Environment

Introduction: Setting up your development environment correctly is crucial for a smooth development experience.

Steps to Set Up:

1. Install Node.js: Download and install Node.js from nodejs.org.
2. Install Expo CLI: Run npm install -g expo-cli in your terminal.
3. Create a New Project:
   expo init MyFirstComponentApp
cd MyFirstComponentApp
expo start

4. Install Expo Go App: Download Expo Go from the App Store or Google Play to run your app on a physical device.
5. Code Editor: Install Visual Studio Code or your preferred code editor.

Example Code:

Conclusion: With your development environment set up, you’re ready to start building React Native applications. This setup will be used throughout the course.