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Running a React Web App in an Android App

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Ben Chatelain
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2,660
Language
English
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Summary

This tutorial provides a detailed guide on how to run a React web app within an Android app using Vite, a fast web development tool, and Jetpack Compose, a modern UI toolkit for Android development. It walks readers through the process of setting up a directory structure, creating a React app with Vite, and building an Android app using Jetpack Compose. The guide includes steps for configuring Gradle to integrate the web app into the Android project, creating a Jetpack Compose wrapper for Android's WebView, and running the app in an emulator or on a physical device. The tutorial emphasizes offline-first capabilities, allowing the React app to run locally without relying on a remote server, and provides the final source code on GitHub for reference.