Eigen

Abstract

1. Introduction

Want to know more about Eigen? Read the [mobile][artsy_blog_mobile_posts] blog posts, or [eigen's][artsy_blog_eigen_posts] specifically.

This project is the work of engineers at [Artsy][footer_website], the world's leading and largest online art marketplace and platform for discovering art. One of our core [Engineering Principles][footer_principles] is being [Open Source by Default][footer_open] which means we strive to share as many details of our work as possible.

Don't know what Artsy is? Check out [this overview][overview] or read our objc.io on [team culture][team_culture].

2. Objective

The Art World in Your Pocket or Your Trendy Tech Company's Tote, Artsy's mobile app.

This project demonstrates how TypeScript, React Native, Android can be applied to a real-world Mobile App Development problem.

4. Technology Stack

5. System Requirements

General requirements for this technology stack — check the README for exact versions.

• Node.js (LTS) and npm / yarn / pnpm
• VS Code or any code editor
• Git (to clone the repository)

6. Installation & Setup

git clone https://github.com/artsy/eigen.git
cd eigen

1. Get set up [here][getting_started].
2. Read about our [best practices][best_practices].
3. Further documentation can be found in the [documentation folder][docs_readme].
4. [Deploying a beta][deploying_a_beta]
5. [Deploying to the App Store][deploying_to_the_app_store]

Full setup instructions are in the project README.

7. Future Enhancements

Suggested extensions you can add to make this your own project.

• Add push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging
• Add offline support with local caching
• Publish an internal test build on the Play Store

8. Viva / Review Questions

Common questions examiners ask for projects in this domain.

1. Which framework is used and why (native vs cross-platform)?
2. How is app state managed across screens?
3. Where is the data stored — locally, Firebase or a REST backend?
4. How are permissions (camera, location, storage) handled?
5. How would you publish this app to the Play Store / App Store?

9. Source Code & License

This project is developed by artsy and published on GitHub under the MIT License. Please follow the license terms and credit the original author when you use or modify this code.