Learn NATIVEBASE with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 23, 2025
Installation Setup
Install React Native or Expo project
Run `npm install native-base` or `yarn add native-base`
Install peer dependencies (`react-native-svg`, `react-native-safe-area-context`, etc.)
Wrap app with `<NativeBaseProvider>`
Start using NativeBase components in your screens
Environment Setup
Install Node.js, npm/yarn
Install React Native CLI or Expo
Install NativeBase and dependencies
Wrap app in `<NativeBaseProvider>`
Test on Android/iOS emulator or real devices
Config Files
package.json - project dependencies
App.js - entry point wrapped with NativeBaseProvider
components/ - reusable UI elements
screens/ - app pages
theme/ - custom theme configuration
Cli Commands
npx react-native init MyApp
yarn add native-base
Install peer dependencies
Run app on emulator/device
Build app for production
Internationalization
Compatible with React Native i18n libraries
Responsive to RTL layouts
Theming unaffected by language
Supports multi-language apps
Integrates with app localization features
Accessibility
Accessible components with proper labels
Supports screen readers
Keyboard navigation in forms
Follow React Native accessibility guidelines
Custom accessibility props via NativeBase utilities
Ui Styling
Theming via NativeBaseProvider
Flexbox-based layouts (Box, Stack, HStack, VStack)
Custom spacing, padding, color, and typography props
Light and dark mode support
Responsive design for different screen sizes
State Management
Local state using React `useState` or `useReducer`
Global state with Redux, Recoil, or Zustand
Components react to state changes
Theme context managed via NativeBaseProvider
Responsive layouts adapt to screen size/state
Data Management
Fetch data via REST/GraphQL APIs
Use state management for reactive UI
Render lists with FlatList and NativeBase components
Manage forms with validation libraries
Integrate with local storage or AsyncStorage