Build an Instagram-Style For-You Feed in React Native
Blog post from Stream
This tutorial guides users through building a simple Instagram-style "For You" feed using React Native Expo, which personalizes content recommendations based on user interests and content popularity. The project consists of two main screens: Home, which displays personal posts, likes, and comments, and For You, which presents curated content of interest. Utilizing the Stream's Feed SDK v3, the final application supports real-time timeline feeds, comments, reactions, and more. It requires a free Stream account and API credentials for setup and is compatible with both iOS and Android platforms, requiring Xcode and Android Studio for testing on respective simulators or devices. The tutorial includes instructions for cloning the project, installing dependencies, and running the application, as well as configuring the Stream Activity Feed API and building the Activity Feed UIs. Additionally, it covers creating and displaying activities, posting new ones, and integrating features like follow/unfollow, media attachments, comments, and reactions to enhance user engagement. The guide encourages further exploration by integrating content moderation and push notifications for a more robust application experience.