Overview:

ReactXP is a library for cross-platform app development using React and React Native. It allows developers to share most of the app logic across different platforms, with the ability to selectively provide platform-specific UI variants.

Features:

• Cross-Platform Development: Share most of the app logic across iOS, Android, and web platforms.
• Thin Cross-Platform Layer: Provides an abstraction layer to share view definitions, styles, and animations.
• Hello World App: Samples directory includes a minimal app to demonstrate basic ReactXP functionality.
• RXPTest App: Contains comprehensive examples of ReactXP functionality to guide developers.
• Official Documentation: Extensive documentation on ReactXP and its APIs.
• Command-Line Tool: Use create-rx-app command-line tool to create a starter project easily.
• Multiple Platform Support: Supports running the app on web, iOS, Android, and Windows platforms.

Installation:

To install ReactXP and create a starter project, follow these steps:

1. Install Node.js and React Native.
2. Use the command create-rx-app AppName to create a new project (replace AppName with your preferred project name).
3. For JavaScript projects, add --javascript flag during project creation.
4. Navigate into the project directory and run the following commands:
   • npm run start:web to run the web version.
   • npm run build:web to build the web version for production.
   • npm run start:ios to run the iOS version.
   • npm run start:android to run the Android version.
   • npm run start:windows to run the Windows version.
   • npm start:rn-dev-server to run the react native development server.

Summary:

ReactXP is a powerful library for cross-platform app development using React and React Native. While it is no longer actively maintained and considered “end of life”, it offers a valuable solution for developers looking to share code across multiple platforms efficiently. By following the installation guide and leveraging its key features, developers can create consistent app experiences on web, iOS, and Android platforms.