Implementing camera functionality in React Native
Blog post from LogRocket
The article provides a comprehensive guide on migrating from the deprecated react-native-camera to the react-native-vision-camera, emphasizing the configuration, permission handling, performance optimization, and feature implementation for a production-ready camera experience in apps. It outlines the installation process using Expo, configuration settings in app.json, and the use of expo-dev-client for development support. The guide covers camera permissions, explains how to implement photo and video capture functionalities, and introduces advanced features like flash controls, camera switching, and in-app gallery navigation. Additionally, it explores use cases such as QR code scanning and face detection, utilizing react-native-vision-camera's capabilities and integrating with other plugins for enhanced functionality. The article concludes by highlighting the potential for further camera functionalities, encouraging developers to explore additional plugins and tools to extend their app's capabilities.