Cross-platform App Development With React Native Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
The Cross-Platform App Development with React Native Training Course is designed to empower software professionals with the in-demand skills to build high-performance mobile applications using a single codebase. As organizations aim to reach both Android and iOS users more efficiently, React Native has emerged as a powerful and cost-effective solution for cross-platform development. This course delivers deep insights into React Native’s architecture, JavaScript foundations, UI component libraries, navigation, native modules, and app deployment strategies.
Participants will learn to design, develop, test, and deploy scalable mobile apps that deliver native-like user experiences. With an industry-aligned curriculum and project-driven learning, this course is ideal for developers aiming to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving mobile development landscape. Whether you're transitioning from web to mobile or upgrading from native-only frameworks, React Native provides the tools to accelerate development while maintaining performance, code reuse, and modularity.
Target Audience
- Mobile App Developers and Engineers
- Frontend Developers transitioning to mobile
- Full-Stack Developers working on product teams
- Technical Leads and Software Architects
- UI/UX Designers interested in interactive design
- IT Consultants and Product Engineers
- Developers aiming to reduce development time and cost
Course Objectives
- Understand the architecture and ecosystem of React Native
- Set up the React Native environment and development workflow
- Build reusable components with JSX and JavaScript
- Implement navigation, state management, and API integration
- Style cross-platform interfaces using responsive design techniques
- Integrate third-party libraries and native modules
- Manage performance optimization and debugging
- Test apps using unit tests and emulator/simulator tools
- Deploy applications to Google Play and App Store
- Apply DevOps practices for mobile CI/CD pipelines
Duration
10 Days
Course content
Module 1: Introduction to React Native
- Overview of cross-platform development
- React Native vs native development
- Setting up development tools and simulators
- Creating and running your first React Native app
- Folder structure and project configuration
Module 2: JavaScript Essentials and JSX Syntax
- JavaScript ES6+ features for React Native
- Understanding JSX and component syntax
- Functional vs class components
- Props, state, and lifecycle methods
- Rendering dynamic UI
Module 3: Component Architecture and Reusability
- Creating reusable UI components
- Layouts with Flexbox and styling principles
- Handling user input and form data
- Modularization and code organization
- Theming and custom components
Module 4: Navigation and Routing
- Using React Navigation
- Stack, Tab, and Drawer navigators
- Passing data between screens
- Deep linking and dynamic routing
- Navigation lifecycle events
Module 5: State Management with Context and Redux
- State vs props in component trees
- Using React Context API
- Redux architecture and actions/reducers
- Middleware and async flows with Redux Thunk
- Managing global application state
Module 6: Connecting to RESTful APIs
- Fetching data with fetch and Axios
- Displaying dynamic data in lists
- Error handling and loading states
- Consuming external and internal APIs
- Integration with backend services
Module 7: Forms and User Input Handling
- Building interactive forms
- Validation with custom logic and libraries
- Keyboard handling and accessibility
- Gesture handling and animations
- File/image inputs and uploads
Module 8: Device Integration and Native Modules
- Accessing camera, location, and sensors
- Using native APIs with React Native libraries
- Bridging native code with Java/Swift
- Handling permissions and platform differences
- Linking third-party SDKs
Module 9: Testing and Debugging
- Unit testing with Jest
- UI testing with Detox
- Debugging with Flipper and Chrome DevTools
- Logging, error tracking, and crash reporting
- Test coverage and best practices
Module 10: Performance Optimization Techniques
- Reducing render cycles and memory leaks
- Using FlatList and memoization
- Lazy loading and code splitting
- Profiling tools and performance benchmarking
- Handling platform-specific performance issues
Module 11: App Deployment and Publishing
- Preparing app for production
- Creating build files for Android and iOS
- Signing and packaging the app
- Submitting to App Store and Play Store
- App versioning and update strategies
Module 12: CI/CD and Project Scaling
- Automating builds with Fastlane and GitHub Actions
- Environment variables and secrets management
- Release channels and testing stages
- Managing multiple environments
- Scaling apps for enterprise needs
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $5500 | Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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| 15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $4500 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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| 20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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