EAS Build
Expo Application Services Build
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EAS Build is Expo's cloud build service that compiles your React Native app into real iOS and Android binaries without you needing Xcode or Android Studio locally. Push your code, get app binaries back. It's CI/CD for mobile, but easy.
Real Talk
A cloud-based build service from Expo that compiles React Native/Expo apps into native iOS (.ipa) and Android (.apk/.aab) binaries. EAS Build handles native dependencies, code signing, and platform-specific compilation, with support for custom build profiles, caching, and integration with EAS Submit for store distribution.
When You'll Hear This
"We use EAS Build so nobody on the team needs a Mac for iOS builds." / "Set up different EAS Build profiles for development, preview, and production."
Related Terms
App Signing
App signing is like putting your digital signature on your app to prove it's really from you and hasn't been tampered with.
EAS Submit (Expo Application Services Submit)
EAS Submit automatically uploads your app binaries to the App Store and Play Store. No more manual uploading through web portals.
Expo
Expo is the easy button for React Native.