How to debug encrypted network traffic in React Native

React Native offers JavaScript developers a framework to build mobile applications for iOS and Android, but debugging network communication within these apps presents challenges. While native development allows for comprehensive debugging, React Native's ecosystem requires additional tools to inspect and rewrite network traffic, especially for encrypted content. The article discusses tools like Charles Proxy, HTTP Toolkit, and Proxyman to enhance network debugging capabilities beyond the built-in React Native Developer Tools. It highlights the limitations and possibilities of different React Native development workflows, such as Expo's managed workflow and the React Native CLI, emphasizing how access to native code affects debugging capabilities. The article also describes techniques for mirroring device screens to facilitate debugging on real devices and discusses the use of local proxy tools to inspect HTTPS traffic. Furthermore, it covers how to set up these tools to intercept and manipulate network requests for both iOS and Android, noting that some configurations may require adjustments to native security settings, particularly in Android development.