Explore the world of cross-platform native module development in this 51-minute podcast episode featuring Jamie Birch, creator of React NativeScript. Delve into the challenges of using native modules across different ecosystems and discover how Open Native aims to address these issues. Learn about the inception of Open Native, its functionalities, and its potential impact on developers working across platforms. Gain insights into the practical steps taken within the React Native ecosystem and NativeScript community towards implementing Open Native. Understand the current landscape of cross-platform development, the role of Expo Unimodules, and the specific architectural decisions in React Native. Examine the runtime aspects and compare Open Native with React Native implementation. This comprehensive discussion serves as an invaluable resource for software developers interested in cross-ecosystem compatibility and the future of native module sharing across platforms.