Introduction to the Technologies

  1. Expo: A framework and platform for universal React applications. It allows you to build, deploy, and quickly iterate on iOS, Android, and web apps from the same JavaScript/TypeScript codebase. Expo Documentation
  2. Clerk: A service that handles user management, authentication, and session management for you. It’s designed to be easy to use while offering extensive customization options. Clerk Documentation
  3. Apple Authentication: Apple’s method for allowing users to sign into your app using their Apple ID, providing a secure and fast way to authenticate. Sign in with Apple
  4. Google Sign-In: Google’s secure authentication system that reduces the burden of login for your users, by enabling them to sign in with their Google account—the same account they already use with Gmail, Play, and other Google services. Google Sign-In for Websites
  5. Reanimated: A React Native library to build smooth animations. It provides more fluid and responsive animations than those achievable with the standard React Native Animated API. Reanimated Documentation

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Setting Up Your Expo Project

  • Algorithm:
    1. Install Expo CLI: npm install -g expo-cli.
    2. Create a new project: expo init MyProject.
    3. Navigate into your project: cd MyProject.
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2. Integrating Clerk for User Authentication

  • Algorithm:
    1. Sign up for Clerk and create a project.
    2. Install Clerk Expo SDK: expo install @clerk/clerk-expo.
    3. Wrap your app with <ClerkProvider>