In the React space, there’s always a lot going on - and with that, a lot of emotions that can swing in both good and bad ways: how many times we’ve seen a hot take on Twitter generating drama? That, paired with a lack of communication from who’s in the driving seat, can create a lack of trust towards this awesome technology. But behind the scenes, there is a dedicated group of developers working to improve the underlying infrastructure of React Native. This work is focused on making the technology more robust, better structured, and ultimately more reliable. In this talk, I'll take you on a deep dive into the inner workings of these discussions and highlight some of the radical changes that are being made. My hope is that by shining a light on this under-appreciated work, I can help restore your faith in the future of React Native.