Meet Arun Pai - Dream11’s SVP of Analytics. In Arun, Dream11 discovers not just a leader, but a dynamic force uniting technology and sportsmanship, driving innovation with humility and dedication. He believes in embracing diverse domains which paved the way for his transition from a world of engineering to his passion for sports. In this #BeyondTheAlgorithm, Arun unveils the intricate data stack powering Dream11

Dream11 thrives on providing world-class user experiences to sports fans. With 200 million registered users, ensuring a smooth, unbroken app experience is crucial. The Dream11 app, powered by React native, is a critical and the most customer-facing component of the system. Moving to React Native was a big strategic bet and one of our team's most technically and organisationally challenging initiatives. In this article, we will cover why, among all cross-platform application development technologies, React Native was the best fit, and our gradual migration.