Unable to compile custom dev client for Android in RN 0.65

[maltehall]

After updating to the recent release of React Native 0.65, the Android project stopped compiling when the custom dev client was included. These were the build errors that I received:

I then went and looked through the Expo repository on GitHub and found this issue, and subsequently today I noticed that a PR had been merged to fix the issue, but I am unable to find a way to update to a version including the fix.

I realize that it will most likely show up in the next release, and was wondering when it is to be expected as I would have to remove the custom dev client until then in order to keep working on the app. Or perhaps there is a way to use the latest changes already that I have overlooked?

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

Cheers,
Malte

[maltehall]

I seem to be unable to fully remove the custom client from the Android project as well, despite reversing all the steps taken while following the installation guide. How can I get the Android project working again without sacrificing the (working) IOS dev client?

[charliecruzan]

I’m checking to see if we can publish a new version soon- in the meantime if you need this change ASAP you could always apply the diff with patch-package

[maltehall]

Thank you! That is exactly what I ended up doing. Works like a charm!

[charliecruzan]

We’re also working on fixing RN 0.65 compatibility for iOS, so we’re going to hold off on releasing until that lands, as well (should be soon).

For now, you can follow @maltehall’s lead and fix it with patch-package, thanks for your patience!