A detailed technical guide documenting the upgrade process from React Native 0.75.4 to 0.77.2, driven by the need to integrate the HaloC SDK. The post covers version selection rationale, breaking changes assessment, dependency management strategy, and step-by-step implementation including iOS/Android native updates. Key
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Our Motivation to UpgradeStep 1: Choosing the Target VersionOur DecisionStep 2: Understanding What’s NewReact Native 0.77.x Key FeaturesLooking Ahead: React Native 0.78–0.79 BenefitsStep 3: Dependency Upgrade StrategyGet #Under_The_Hook’s stories in your inboxStep 4: Breaking Changes AssessmentStep 5: Risk Assessment and MitigationHigh-Risk AreasStep 6: Implementation TimelineStep 7: The Actual Upgrade ProcessPhase 2: Core React Native UpgradePhase 3: Native Platform UpdatesPhase 4: UI Library UpgradesPhase 5: Handling Upgrade IssuesPhase 6: Post-Upgrade VerificationOur Real-World ExperienceStep 8: Configuration ManagementRecommended Upgrade ToolsFinal Configuration FilesStep 9: Testing StrategyTest Impact AssessmentRecommended Testing ApproachStep 10: Rollback PlanningPreparation StepsRollback ProcedureLessons Learned and RecommendationsWhat Worked WellKey ChallengesBest Practices for Future UpgradesConclusionSort: