In this week’s episode, we explore major updates in the React Native ecosystem—fresh UI tools, performance boosts, and what the end of the old architecture means for developers. Plus, we dive into the debate on web vs in-app purchases and share the latest AI dev tool trends. ⚛️ React Native Radar: FlashList v2 – a complete ground-up rewrite for the new architecture Callstack Shimmer – fast, customizable shimmer effects for skeleton loading Rozenite – a new plugin framework for React Native DevTo...
Aug 14, 2025•31 min•Ep. 78
This week’s episode dives into what’s next for animations , games , and performance in React Native—plus a wave of new tools and examples from the community. 🧰 React Native & Dev Tools: Reanimated 4 is here: what’s new and what’s next Precompiled React Native for iOS is coming in 0.81 Expo Router gets native tabs support Build 2D games using Matter.js + Skia in React Native Glass Buttons in Expo UI Keyboard Controller with extension support ⚡ Community & Ecosystem: Expo examples for AWS...
Jul 31, 2025•23 min•Ep. 77
In this week’s episode, we explore new tools, visual upgrades, and some trending controversy in the React Native ecosystem—plus, I finally shipped my Amazon clone and share what’s coming next. 🧰 React Native & Dev Tools: SwiftUI-style Filter component from Nishan Powerful styling updates in Unistyles 3.0 Redux DevTools for with React Native DevTools Legal Kit : Auto-generate license acknowledgements for your app Stack component for clean, type-safe flex layouts CSS-style animations example ...
Jul 10, 2025•27 min•Ep. 76
This week, we’re diving deep into some of the most exciting updates in the React Native ecosystem—and I’m sharing a few personal shifts too. 🧠 Topics we cover: The future of graphics in React Native: Skia, WebGPU , and what’s coming in 2025 Wild performance with Fast Confetti by Alireza Support for background-repeat in styling Evan Bacon’s latest project: an AI-powered app that builds apps The IAP deprecation and what it means for devs Nitro Image and Video v7 alpha – big leaps in media perform...
Jul 03, 2025•23 min•Ep. 75
In this week’s episode, we explore a handful of exciting tools and tutorials for React Native developers - plus a personal milestone: 🛠️ React Native Goodies: Generate beautiful icons in seconds with the AI App Icon CLI A new AI-powered app template from Evan Bacon A fresh tutorial on background tasks - a must for building polished apps 💻 From My Desk: I finally published my React Server Components tutorial! 🏁 Life Update: I ran my first triathlon ! Hear how it went and what’s next.. 🚀 Learn...
Jun 26, 2025•17 min•Ep. 74
In this week’s episode, we explore the latest updates and trends in the React Native world—and beyond: 🚀 What’s New: React Native 0.80 – What’s changed and why it matters A free alternative to EAS – Could this be a game-changer? Key takeaways from Apple’s WWDC – What iOS updates mean for React Native devs Hot new tools: InstantDB and Vapi (for building voice agents) 🎯 Also in this episode: Sneak peek at the upcoming Amazon clone project Why Gorhom Bottom Sheet is still one of the best tools ou...
Jun 19, 2025•26 min•Ep. 73
The AppJS took place and there's a lot to learn from the amazing talks about the current state of React Native and its future. From frozen architecture to React Native news and new packages, we dive into everything in this episode! Also in this episode: - Why Simon is killing his app - My next clone project 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://www.youtube.com/@galaxies_dev ❤️ Socials https://x.com/schlimmson https://www.tiktok.com/@simongrimm...
Jun 12, 2025•23 min•Ep. 72
While the AppJS is about to kick off, we talk about some cool new packages and updates around Reanimated and a new solution for local-first apps! Also in this episode: - New React Native Essentials - Apple still doesn't like my app - New Expo Router v5 Course - Are you VibeCoding? 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://www.youtube.com/@galaxies_dev ❤️ Socials https://x.com/schlimmson https://www.tiktok.com/@simongrimm_ https://www.linkedin.com/...
May 29, 2025•17 min•Ep. 71
No big news besides the RC of React Native 0.80, which gives us time to talk about the current version hell for React Native developers, and a great new Expo DevTool for everyone using TanStack Query! Also in this episode: - RSCs are underrated - Preview of Dead Simple Invoice App - Apple doesn't like my app - Open Water Swimming & Cold Water Shock 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://www.youtube.com/@galaxies_dev ❤️ Socials https://x.com...
May 22, 2025•20 min•Ep. 70
Expo Router v5 was released, which dramatically improves authentication flows and finally allows to use RSC in production - although still in beta. Beyond that William Candillon shared epic updates about Skia and WebGPU, making even more powerful React Native apps possible in the future. Also in this episode: - Galaxies Lifetime pricing with one-time payment - Receiving Feedback on Podcast & Apps - Sharing my next app projects - Flutter devs love React Native 🚀 Learn React Native: https://g...
May 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 69
Expo SDK 53 was released after a short beta with many great new features, there are new AI packages for React Native to talk about and meanwhile Apple lost an important lawsuit that allows developers to make 30% more money with their apps! Also in this episode: - Why sleep recovery is critical for everyone - Next Galaxies Mission - New Galaxies Tools & Apps 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://www.youtube.com/@galaxies_dev ❤️ Socials http...
May 08, 2025•27 min•Ep. 68
React Compiler reached release candidate, LegendList v1 is finally released and Evan Bacon shares React Native performance tips - meanwhile Simon questions his existence and whether React Native was the right choice after all Also in this episode: - How I use Convex and ElevenLabs to build a Captions clone - Why are you not using AI? - My vacation in Copenhagen - New App sales and motivation - Galaxies.dev merch 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos h...
May 01, 2025•25 min•Ep. 67
The Expo SDK 53 Beta was released, FlashList v2 is a complete rewrite and is React Native actually popular? I dive into the latest news from the React Native community, and share updates on the projects I'm working on. Also in this episode: - How I use Convex and ElevenLabs to build a Captions clone - Why are you not using AI? - My vacation in Copenhagen - New App sales and motivation - Galaxies.dev merch 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://...
Apr 24, 2025•27 min•Ep. 66
What's coming with Expo SDK 53? I dive into the latest news, trends and upcoming features of Expo and React Native, and share updates on the projects I'm working on. Also in this episode: - How RevenueCat Paywalls make my life better - I talked with Google - "Is this sponsored by Expo?" - AI Image Trends 💰 Try RevenueCat: https://get.revenuecat.com/podcast 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero 🔥 Weekly Videos https://www.youtube.com/@galaxies_dev ❤️ Socials https://...
Apr 17, 2025•26 min•Ep. 65
I'm changing the format of RocketShip! Learn all about why and what changes, the new times and topics we will talk about. This podcast will continue to be primarily about React Native, but also about shipping great apps, using AI and news for mobile devs! Also in this episode: - My latest app projects - My first experience with the Vercel AI SDK in Expo apps - Personal branding stories from Simon - Behind the scenes of a creator. 🚀 Learn React Native: https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero ...
Apr 08, 2025•17 min•Ep. 64
In this conversation, Simon Grimm and Matt Palmer discuss the capabilities and evolution of Replit, a platform that allows developers to quickly turn ideas into applications using AI tools. They explore the features of Replit, including its ability to create full stack applications, the integration of AI, and the unique advantages it offers compared to other development tools. The discussion also touches on the possibilities and limitations of using Replit for various types of projects. In this ...
Mar 25, 2025•57 min•Ep. 63
In this episode, Simon and Beto discuss the latest findings from the State of React Native survey, highlighting trends in developer backgrounds, platform usage, income levels, and the evolving landscape of libraries and tools in the React Native ecosystem. They delve into the increasing popularity of local storage solutions, deep linking, and the rise of Zustand in state management, while also addressing the challenges and opportunities for solo developers in the mobile app space. In this conver...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 62
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Dohyun Kim, known as YourAverageTechBro, about his journey as an app developer and content creator. They discuss the challenges and successes in building apps, the importance of marketing, and the technologies used in app development, including React Native, Supabase, and AI tools. Dohyun shares insights on his most successful app, Montee, and the strategies behind its development and marketing, as well as the lessons learned from previous projects. I...
Feb 25, 2025•54 min•Ep. 61
In this episode of Rocket Ship, Simon Grimm interviews Jack Herrington, a prominent figure in the React Native and Next.js communities. They discuss the challenges and changes in the React Native ecosystem, and the exciting developments around Module Federation and React Server Components (RSCs). Jack shares his experiences with React Native, the benefits of using Expo, and the performance gains associated with RSCs. The conversation also touches on the skepticism surrounding new technologies an...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 60
In this episode, Simon Grimm welcomes Evan Bacon, the manager of DevTools at Expo, to discuss the latest developments in Expo, including the Expo Router, Expo Web, and the new React Server Components. Evan shares insights on the adoption of Expo Router, the future of Expo Web, and the exciting potential of DOM components. The conversation highlights the challenges and innovations in building universal apps and the importance of making app development accessible to all. In this conversation, Simo...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 59
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Ben Awad, a successful YouTuber and co-founder of the app Voidpet. They discuss Ben's journey from content creation to app development, the challenges and successes he faced, and the technical aspects of building his applications. The conversation also touches on the importance of user experience, monetization strategies, and the evolution of Ben's career in the tech industry. In this conversation, Ben Awad discusses his experiences and insights into ...
Jan 14, 2025•52 min•Ep. 58
In this solo episode, Simon shares the new Galaxies.dev Zero to Hero Mission and why now is the best time to learn React Native. From New Architecture to Debugging, Expo, and companies in the ecosystem, this podcast will reinforce your drive to build and ship awesome React Native apps in 2025! Join React Native Zero to Hero - https://galaxies.dev/missions/zero-to-hero
Jan 01, 2025•10 min•Ep. 57
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Samuel Newman, a developer at Bluesky, discussing his journey from university to app development, the intricacies of the Bluesky app and its underlying AT protocol, and the challenges and solutions encountered in enhancing user experience with React Native. They explore the role of Expo in app development, the importance of open-source contributions, and the future of Bluesky as it aims for significant user growth. Learn React Native - https://galaxie...
Dec 17, 2024•48 min•Ep. 56
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Jamon Holmgren, co-founder of Infinite Red, discussing the evolution and advantages of React Native in mobile app development. They explore the early adoption of React Native, its comparison with Flutter, the job market for developers, and the importance of open source contributions in the tech industry. Jamon shares insights from his extensive coding experience and the strategic decisions that led Infinite Red to focus on React Native. They delve int...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 55
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Kim Chouard, a developer and educator, about his journey in coding, the challenges of building a multiplatform music game using React Native, and the innovative app Odisei Play that aims to help users learn to play wind instruments. Kim shares insights on the creative aspects of coding, the evolution of React Native, and the technology stack behind Odisei Play, including audio handling and pitch recognition. The discussion highlights the importance of...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 54
In this conversation, Simon Grimm and Britta Evans-Fenton discuss the importance of accessibility in React Native and mobile development. Britta shares her personal journey into accessibility, motivated by her grandmother's experience with macular degeneration. They explore the definition of accessibility, the consequences of neglecting it, and the various tools and features available to enhance accessibility in mobile applications. The discussion emphasizes the need for inclusivity in technolog...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 53
What are my top 3 libraries? Which styling solution is the best? How can we build better universal apps for web, iOS and Android? In this special Q&A episode I answered tons of your questions about the current state of React Native, Expo and the future improvements like RSC or Expo DOM components and react-strict-dom. Learn React Native - https://galaxies.dev Links https://docs.swmansion.com/react-native-reanimated/ https://gorhom.dev/react-native-bottom-sheet/blog/bottom-sheet-v5 https://ze...
Oct 22, 2024•39 min•Ep. 52
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Mariusz Stanisz, a React Native developer, about the complexities and challenges of Brownfield integration in mobile applications. Mariusz shares his experiences, insights, and the potential benefits of integrating React Native into existing native applications. The discussion covers the technical aspects of integration, communication between native and React Native apps, and the future of Brownfield integration in the React Native ecosystem. Learn Re...
Oct 08, 2024•50 min•Ep. 51
In this conversation, Simon Grimm interviews Oskar Franco about the new architecture in React Native. They discuss the current bridge concept, the need for a new architecture, and the three main components of the new architecture: Fabric, JSI, and CodeGen. They also talk about the challenges and benefits of migrating to the new architecture, the use of host objects, and how to create a new architecture-ready native module with JSI. In this conversation, Oscar Franco discusses different module sy...
Sep 24, 2024•48 min•Ep. 50
Steve Galili, lead software engineer at MyWheels, discusses the transition from the React Native Community CLI to Expo for their car-sharing platform. He highlights the benefits of Expo, such as easier development and maintenance, and the challenges of convincing the team and management to make the switch. Steve also shares insights into the technology stack of the MyWheels app, including a back office admin tool, a B2B portal, and the core app. He mentions the future plan to migrate to Expo rou...
Sep 10, 2024•47 min•Ep. 49
