Native Modules: Bridge JS to Native Platform APIs
Native Modules are your bridge from JavaScript to platform-specific APIs, letting your app use features not exposed by default. Use them when you need direct access to Android or iOS SDKs. The main footgun is misconfiguring Codegen in your project.
Native Modules are your escape hatch for accessing platform-specific APIs that React Native doesn't provide. They act as a custom bridge connecting your JavaScript to native Android and iOS capabilities, like persistent storage or unique device hardware. You build one when a third-party library won't suffice. The main footgun with modern Turbo Modules is misconfiguring Codegen in `package.json`; this prevents the native interfaces from being generated, breaking the connection between your JS and native code.
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