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How to replace App Center and CodePush

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Date Published
Author
Quin Jung
Word Count
938
Company Posts That Month
7
Language
English
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No
Summary

Microsoft's announcement of the impending closure of its App Center by March 31, 2025, has prompted developers to seek alternative platforms for building, testing, distributing, and monitoring mobile applications. Expo Application Services (EAS) emerges as a prominent replacement, offering capabilities such as universal compatibility with React Native apps, local builds at no cost, free app submissions, and self-hosted updates. EAS also integrates with Sentry for error reporting and supports end-to-end testing and automation, making it a comprehensive solution for developers transitioning from App Center. The transition involves adapting to new workflows and technologies, and developers are encouraged to evaluate options considering feature parity, ease of migration, cost, and community support. EAS provides a robust platform that not only fills the void left by App Center but also enhances the overall app development process, offering detailed migration guides and community support through channels like Discord.

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