Why am I stuck on the Welcome screen in Expo Go despite trying all solutions?

Why am I experiencing persistent issues with being stuck on the "Welcome" screen in Expo Go, despite trying multiple solutions such as clearing the app cache, updating Expo Go to the latest version, and restarting my device? What are some additional troubleshooting steps or lesser-known fixes that I can try to resolve this issue and successfully proceed past the welcome screen?

Here are some additional troubleshooting steps and lesser-known fixes you can try:

Additional Troubleshooting Steps Force Stop the App: On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Expo Go > Force Stop. On iOS, double-click the home button and swipe up on the Expo Go app to close it.

Clear App Data and Cache: Go to Settings > Apps > Expo Go > Storage > Clear Data and Clear Cache. This will reset the app to its default state.

Check for Incompatibilities: Ensure there are no incompatible packages or dependencies in your project. Sometimes, packages like react-native-dotenv can cause issues. Try removing or updating them.

Update Node.jsand npm: Ensure you have the latest versions of Node.jsand npm installed. Sometimes, outdated versions can cause issues with Expo.

Reinstall Expo CLI: Reinstall the Expo CLI to ensure it's up to date and properly configured3.

Check Environment Variables: If you're using environment variables, ensure they are correctly set up and accessible. Sometimes, issues with environment variables can cause the app to get stuck.

Use a Different Device or Simulator: Try running your project on a different device or simulator to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is device-specific.

Check Expo Forums and GitHub Issues: Look for similar issues on the Expo forums or GitHub issues page. Other developers might have encountered and resolved similar problems.

Best Practices Regular Updates: Keep Expo Go and your development environment up to date to avoid compatibility issues.

Clear Cache Frequently: Regularly clear the app cache to prevent build-up that might cause issues.

Use Stable Versions: Stick to stable versions of packages and dependencies to minimize bugs and incompatibilities.

Potential Pitfalls Incompatible Packages: Be cautious about adding new packages or dependencies without checking for compatibility with Expo.

Environment Configuration: Ensure your environment variables and configurations are correctly set up and accessible.