1️⃣ Installing React Native

Run the following command:
```
  npx react-native init Awesome01
```
⚠️ Note: The init command is deprecated; you'll see a message advising to use npx @react-native-community/cli init after Dec 30, 2024.

2️⃣ Setting Up Android Development Environment 🤖

Install Android Studio and set up the Android SDK.

Add the Android SDK path to the local.properties file:

  sdk.dir=/Users/<your-username>/Library/Android/sdk

Make sure to replace <your-username> with your actual username.

3️⃣ Configuring Environment Variables for Android

Open your terminal and edit .zshrc:
```
  nano ~/.zshrc
```

Add the following lines:

  export ANDROID_HOME=/Users/<your-username>/Library/Android/sdk
  export PATH=$PATH:$ANDROID_HOME/emulator
  export PATH=$PATH:$ANDROID_HOME/tools
  export PATH=$PATH:$ANDROID_HOME/tools/bin
  export PATH=$PATH:$ANDROID_HOME/platform-tools

Save and apply the changes:
```
  source ~/.zshrc
```
Verify by running:
```
  echo $ANDROID_HOME
```

4️⃣ Running on Android Emulator or Device 💻

Start the Android emulator or connect your device.
Run the app using:
```
  npx react-native run-android
```

5️⃣ Setting Up iOS Environment 🍎

Install Xcode from the App Store.
Make sure you have Ruby installed. Check the version with:
```
  ruby --version
```

If you have an issue with Ruby, use RVM to manage your Ruby versions:

  \curl -sSL https://get.rvm.io | bash -s stable
  rvm install 2.7.5
  rvm use 2.7.5 --default

6️⃣ Installing CocoaPods 💎

If you're running iOS, install CocoaPods:
```
  sudo gem install cocoapods
```
Navigate to your iOS project directory:
```
  cd Awesome01/ios
  pod install
```

7️⃣ Running on iOS Simulator 📱

After installing all the pods, run:
```
  npx react-native run-ios
```

🛠️ Troubleshooting Common Issues

Error: SDK location not found
- Make sure ANDROID_HOME is set correctly and sdk.dir is defined in local.properties.
Error: Installing CocoaPods failed
- Ensure you have the correct Ruby version and reinstall CocoaPods using sudo gem install cocoapods.
Warning about Gemfile Ruby version
- Update the Gemfile to match your installed Ruby version (e.g., ruby '2.7.5').

🔍 Useful Commands

Check your React Native environment setup:
```
  npx react-native doctor
```

🎉 That's It!

You now have your first React Native project up and running!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Happy coding! 🚀✨

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