How To Debug React Native Apps Wirelessly: Boosting Developer Productivity! 📱🚀

Thomas Peter
How-To’s
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2 min readAug 6, 2023
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Are you a React Native developer looking to streamline your debugging process and boost productivity? Say goodbye to the tangle of USB cords and embrace the power of wireless debugging! 🎉

📌 Android Users:
With this simple yet powerful technique, you can debug your React Native app on a physical device wirelessly. Here's how you can do it:
1️⃣ Connect your Android device via USB and enable Developer Options.
2️⃣ In the terminal, execute `adb tcpip 5555` to enable wireless debugging.
3️⃣ Find your device's IP address (e.g., Settings > About phone > Status > IP address).
4️⃣ Next, run `adb connect DEVICE_IP_ADDRESS:5555` in the terminal.
5️⃣ Voilà! Your device is now wirelessly connected for debugging. To verify, check the connection status with `adb devices`.

📌 Expo Users (Android and iOS):
Expo users, rejoice! 🎁 You can debug your React Native app wirelessly using the Expo Go app. Here's how:
1️⃣ Install the Expo Go app on your Android or iOS device from the respective app store.
2️⃣ Run `expo start` in your project directory to start the development server.
3️⃣ Open Expo Go on your device and scan the QR code displayed in the terminal or web page.
4️⃣ Your app will load seamlessly, and you can debug without any cables! 🚀

While wireless debugging offers convenience, keep in mind that some advanced debugging features may be limited compared to a physical connection. If you require full debugging capabilities, you can always opt for a USB connection. 📲🔧

By adopting wireless debugging, you’ll enjoy more freedom and flexibility in your React Native development process. Embrace this game-changing technique, and let’s unlock the true potential of your React Native apps! Happy coding! 💻🔥

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Thomas Peter
How-To’s

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