additional_installation_instructions.md

Additional Installation Instructions

If you need more detailed setup instructions, please follow the steps below.

Setting Up Your Environment

1. React Native CLI and Dependencies

• Follow the official React Native Environment Setup guide.
• Verify you have the required tools (e.g., Node.js v22.13.1, Watchman, Java JDK, etc.).

2. iOS Specific Instructions

• Install CocoaPods Dependencies

The first time you create a new project, run:

bundle install

Then, every time you update your native dependencies, run:

bundle exec pod install

• For more detailed CocoaPods instructions, see the CocoaPods Getting Started Guide.

3. Android Specific Instructions

• Ensure that you have Android Studio installed and configured properly.
• Verify that the Android SDK and related tools are set up.

Running the Metro Bundler

Start the Metro server by running:

yarn start

This command should be executed from the project root.

Building and Running the App

With Metro running, you can build and run the app using:

• Android:

yarn android

• iOS:

yarn ios

Note: You can also build and run the app directly from Android Studio or Xcode if preferred.

Final Notes • This project assumes you already have a fully set up React Native environment. • For further guidance, refer to the official React Native documentation.