React Native Quiz: Test Your Knowledge With Flashcards

8 Questions

Who created React Native?

Meta Platforms, Inc.

What was the biggest mistake Mark Zuckerberg mentioned regarding mobile development at Facebook?

Using HTML5 for mobile version

Where did Facebook first use React Native in production?

Group App

Which platforms can applications be developed for using React Native?

Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows, UWP

What is the main difference between React and React Native?

React Native does not manipulate the DOM via the Virtual DOM

Why is TypeScript often used over JavaScript in modern React Native applications?

TypeScript provides increased type safety

How does React Native manipulate native views?

Using messages from the JavaScript thread

Which platforms is React Native available for?

Windows and macOS

Study Notes

React Native Basics

React Native was created by Facebook.

Challenges in Mobile Development

Mark Zuckerberg mentioned that Facebook's biggest mistake was betting too much on HTML5 instead of native mobile development.

Early Adoption

Facebook first used React Native in production for its Groups feature.

Platform Support

React Native allows developers to build applications for Android and iOS platforms.

React vs React Native

The main difference between React and React Native is that React is for web applications, while React Native is for building native mobile applications.

TypeScript in React Native

TypeScript is often used over JavaScript in modern React Native applications because it offers better code maintainability, reliability, and scalability.

Manipulating Native Views

React Native manipulates native views by using a bridge that communicates between JavaScript and native code, allowing developers to access native components and platform-specific features.

Availability

React Native is available for both Android and iOS platforms.

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