Expo Deployment
Overview
Deploy Expo applications to production environments, including app stores and over-the-air updates.
When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when you need to deploy Expo apps to production.
Use this skill when:
Deploying Expo apps to productionPublishing to app stores (iOS App Store, Google Play)Setting up over-the-air (OTA) updatesConfiguring production build settingsManaging release channels and versionsInstructions
This skill provides guidance for deploying Expo apps:
Build Configuration: Set up production build settingsApp Store Submission: Prepare and submit to app storesOTA Updates: Configure over-the-air update channelsRelease Management: Manage versions and release channelsProduction Optimization: Optimize apps for productionDeployment Workflow
Pre-Deployment
Ensure all tests passUpdate version numbersConfigure production environment variablesReview and optimize app bundle sizeTest production builds locallyApp Store Deployment
Build production binaries (iOS/Android)Configure app store metadataSubmit to App Store Connect / Google Play ConsoleManage app store listings and screenshotsHandle app review processOTA Updates
Configure update channels (production, staging, etc.)Build and publish updatesManage rollout strategiesMonitor update adoptionHandle rollbacks if neededBest Practices
Use EAS Build for reliable production buildsTest production builds before submissionImplement proper error tracking and analyticsUse release channels for staged rolloutsKeep app store metadata up to dateMonitor app performance in productionResources
For more information, see the source repository.