Installation Difference between ReactJS and React Native

Installation Differences

React Installation (For Web Development)

React is installed using Node.js and npm or yarn. Here's how:

• Install Node.js: Download and install Node.js from nodejs.org.
• Create a React App: Use the following command to set up a React project:

  npx create-react-app my-app
  cd my-app
  npm start

• Development Tools: A browser (like Chrome) is sufficient for running and testing React applications.

React Native Installation (For Mobile Development)

React Native requires additional tools for mobile-specific development.

Install Node.js: Same as React installation.

• Install React Native CLI:

  npm install -g react-native-cli

• Set Up Android/iOS Environment:

  • Android: Install Android Studio, set up an emulator, and configure environment variables.
  • iOS: Install Xcode (macOS only) for iOS development.

• Create a React Native Project:

  npx react-native init MyProject
  cd MyProject
  npx react-native run-android # For Android
  npx react-native run-ios     # For iOS

• Development Tools: Requires Android Studio or Xcode for running apps on emulators or physical devices.

Key Installation Differences

• Environment Requirements: React Native requires additional tools like Android Studio or Xcode, whereas React only needs a browser.
• Emulators/Simulators: React Native projects need device emulators, but React apps run directly in a browser.
• Project Creation: React uses create-react-app, while React Native uses react-native-cli or expo-cli (for simpler setups).

ReactJS: For more details take a look at the official Documentation for React installation

React Native: For more details take a look at the official Documentation for React Native installation