How can I use javascript library such as moment.js in react native

Question

What is the recommended way to use native javascript libraries in react native? Are there any specific restrictions?

Answer 1

If you specifically want to use moment.js in react or react native, have a look at react-moment, a react component for the moment library, at https://github.com/headzoo/react-moment.

To use react-moment in react native, run:

npm install --save moment react-moment

Then in the file you want to use moment:

import Moment from 'react-moment';

Finally, use it as desired, for example:

    { post.datePublished }

The prop element={Text} is specifically for react native. It ensures that the resulting string is rendered in a Text component. Without this, react native would throw an error.