React Native Dotenv

React Native Dotenv is a library for managing environment variables in React Native applications. It allows developers to load environment-specific configuration from .env files into the app's runtime, similar to how dotenv works in Node.js environments. This helps separate sensitive data like API keys, database URLs, and feature flags from the source code.

Also known as: react-native-dotenv, RN Dotenv, React Native env, react-native-env, dotenv for React Native

Why learn React Native Dotenv?

Developers should use React Native Dotenv when building React Native apps that require secure handling of configuration variables across different environments (e.g., development, staging, production). It's essential for avoiding hardcoded secrets in the codebase, which improves security and simplifies environment-specific deployments. Common use cases include mobile apps that integrate with external APIs, use cloud services, or need to toggle features based on the environment.

Learning Resources

• docs: Official React Native Dotenv Documentation
• docs: Managing Environment Variables in React Native
• video: React Native Environment Variables Tutorial
• tutorial: Securing React Native Apps with Dotenv