Getting started with Flutter 3 - iOS - Windows - MacOS


Book Description

In this book, we are going to learn how the framework is formed, the basic features that Flutter allows us as an SDK to create mobile, desktop and web applications, all with the same base project and with small modifications. Flutter is the tool of the moment when it comes to creating mobile apps for Android and iOS; and this is not about a fashion or anything that appears to it; its clean and expressive syntax with Dart, its declarative programming with widgets and other features such as Hot Reload, make it an interesting solution for creating native applications for Android and iOS and that few tools that also offer solutions for creating mobile applications you can compare them. Book chapters This book has a total of 14 chapters, it is recommended that you read in the order in which they are arranged and as we explain the components of the framework, go directly to the practice, replicate, test and modify the codes that we show in this book. Chapter 1: In this chapter, we are going to introduce the software needed to create applications in Flutter, on Mac and Windows. Chapter 2: In this chapter, we are going to learn about Flutter and Dart for application development. Chapter 3: In this chapter, we will learn about the use of widgets as a central element when creating applications in Flutter. Chapter 4: In this chapter, we are going to create a project in Flutter using Visual Studio Code. Chapter 5: In this chapter, we are going to learn about the main widgets in Flutter and stateful and stateless widgets. Chapter 6: In this chapter, we are going to have a hello world in Flutter and learn about its most important features. Chapter 7: In this chapter, we are going to create a single page application about quantity meters. Chapter 8: In this chapter, we are going to create an application to register sites based on photos taken from the gallery or by camera. Chapter 9: In this chapter, we are going to learn about the Provider state handler applied to the above application. Chapter 10: We are going to create a web application, type to do list, initially, it would be a model. Chapter 11: For the to do list application created above, we are going to make several adaptations through media queries so that it is adaptive according to the screen size. Chapter 12: We will apply various changes to the to do list application, to make it more adaptable; changes such as alignment, overflows, images with rounded corners, will be covered in this chapter. Chapter 13: We will integrate the to do list web project, so that it works with a database in Cloud Firestore using Firebase. Extra Chapter: In this chapter, we are going to learn about possible errors that can occur when running applications in Flutter. The book is in development and will receive more chapters.




Flutter Cookbook


Book Description

Write, test, and publish your web, desktop, and embedded apps with this most up-to-date book on Flutter using the Dart programming language. Key Features Thoroughly updated to cover the latest features in Flutter 3.10.x and Dart 3.x Practical recipes to publish responsive, multi-platform apps from a single database Covers not just the 'hows' but the 'whys' of Flutter's features with examples Book Description Are you ready to tap into the immense potential of Flutter? With over 1,000 new mobile apps published every day on the Apple and Google Play stores, Flutter is transforming the landscape of app development. It's time for you to join the revolution. Introducing the second edition of Flutter Cookbook, a step-by-step guide designed exclusively for you. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your coding journey, this book is your ultimate companion. Dive into the latest features of Flutter 3.10 and unlock the secrets to building professional-grade, cross-platform applications. With our recipe-based approach, we'll not only show you how to implement Flutter's features but also explain why they work. Through practical examples and real-world execution, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Flutter's inner workings. From crafting stunning UI/UX with widgets to leveraging hot reload and restart techniques, we'll equip you with best practices and invaluable knowledge. As you progress, you'll learn to efficiently manage data, add interactivity and animations, and integrate essential Flutter plugins like maps, camera, voice recognition and more. And let's not forget the dedicated chapter on implementing MLkit powered by TensorFlow Lite. We'll guide you through building custom machine learning solutions, expanding the capabilities of your apps. By the time you reach the end of this comprehensive Flutter book, you'll have the skills and confidence to write and deliver fully functional apps. What you will learn Familiarize yourself with Dart fundamentals and set up your development environment Efficiently track and eliminate code errors with proper tools Create various screens using multiple widgets to effectively manage data Craft interactive and responsive apps by incorporating routing, page navigation, and input field text reading Design and implement a reusable architecture suitable for any app Maintain control of your codebase through automated testing and developer tooling Develop engaging animations using the necessary tools Enhance your apps with ML features using Firebase MLKit and TensorFlow Lite Successfully publish your app on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store Who this book is for Developers who are familiar with the OOP language and prefer learning-by-doing will get the most out of this book. If you have some experience building apps on Flutter or have been playing around with the framework for some time now and have set eyes on developing mobile apps using Dart, then this book is for you.




Beginning Flutter


Book Description

Build your first app in Flutter—no experience necessary! Beginning Flutter: A Hands-On Guide to App Development is the essential resource for both experienced and novice developers interested in getting started with Flutter—the powerful new mobile software development kit. With Flutter, you can quickly and easily develop beautiful, powerful apps for both Android and iOS, without the need to learn multiple programming languages or juggle more than one code base. This book walks you through the process step by step. In Flutter, you’ll be working with Dart, the programming language of choice for top app developers. Even if you’re just starting out in your development career, you can learn Dart quickly, eliminating the barrier to entry for building apps. This is a more efficient way to develop and maintain cross-platform mobile apps, and this book makes the process even easier with a teach-by-example approach. Focus on providing quality content by eliminating the need to switch between multiple coding languages Learn the ins and outs of Flutter, including all the frameworks, widgets, and tools available to developers Accelerate your app development pace, keeping all the code for your cross-platform app in a single code base Leapfrog barriers to entry to the mobile software market, creating your first app with no experience necessary The Flutter community is growing rapidly and transforming the way Android and iOS apps get made. Beginning Flutter allows you to get on board with the latest app development technology, giving your mobile development career a big head start.




Beginning Flutter


Book Description

Build your first app in Flutter—no experience necessary! Beginning Flutter: A Hands-On Guide to App Development is the essential resource for both experienced and novice developers interested in getting started with Flutter—the powerful new mobile software development kit. With Flutter, you can quickly and easily develop beautiful, powerful apps for both Android and iOS, without the need to learn multiple programming languages or juggle more than one code base. This book walks you through the process step by step. In Flutter, you’ll be working with Dart, the programming language of choice for top app developers. Even if you’re just starting out in your development career, you can learn Dart quickly, eliminating the barrier to entry for building apps. This is a more efficient way to develop and maintain cross-platform mobile apps, and this book makes the process even easier with a teach-by-example approach. Focus on providing quality content by eliminating the need to switch between multiple coding languages Learn the ins and outs of Flutter, including all the frameworks, widgets, and tools available to developers Accelerate your app development pace, keeping all the code for your cross-platform app in a single code base Leapfrog barriers to entry to the mobile software market, creating your first app with no experience necessary The Flutter community is growing rapidly and transforming the way Android and iOS apps get made. Beginning Flutter allows you to get on board with the latest app development technology, giving your mobile development career a big head start.




Flutter Apprentice (Third Edition)


Book Description

Build for iOS & Android With Flutter!Flutter is an exciting development toolkit that lets you build apps for iOS, Android and even web and desktop, all from a single codebase.It uses a declarative approach to UI development. You can "hot reload" code while developing, and apps will perform at native speed thanks to its custom rendering engine.With Flutter and Flutter Apprentice, you can achieve the dream of building fast applications, faster.Who This Book Is ForThis book is for developers who are new to Flutter, and also developers that already have some experience with building apps for the iOS and Android platforms, or web apps.Topics Covered in Flutter ApprenticeWidgets: Use Flutter widgets to build modern mobile user interfaces.Navigation: Navigate between multiple screens within a Flutter app, including using deep links.Networking and Persistence: Fetch data from the network, parse the JSON response and cache data locally in a SQLite database.State Management: Explore the all-important idea of state management in Flutter and learn about various state management techniques and tools.Streams: Learn about Dart streams and how to use them in Flutter apps.Deployment: Learn to prepare and deploy your app to mobile app stores.Firebase: Learn how to leverage Firebase Cloud Firestore to store data remotely.One thing you can count on: After reading this book, you'll be prepared to create and deploy full-featured mobile apps to both the iOS App Store and the Google Play Store, without having to write two separate apps.




Flutter For Dummies


Book Description

Create awesome iOS and Android apps with a single tool! Flutter is an app developer’s dream come true. With Google’s open source toolkit, you can easily build beautiful apps that work across platforms using a single codebase. This flexibility allows you to get your work out to the widest possible audience. With Flutter already being used by thousands of developers worldwide in a market where billions of apps are downloaded every year, now is the right time to get ahead of the curve with this incredible tool. Flutter for Dummies is your friendly, ground-up route to creating multi-platform apps. From how to construct your initial frameworks to writing code in Dart, you’ll find the essentials you need to ride the Flutter revolutionary wave to success. This book includes how to create an intuitive and stunning UI, add rich interactivity, and easily pull in data. You’ll also see how Flutter features like Hot Reload—providing sub-second refreshes as you refine your work—help you make sure your app is a delight to use. Start simple: follow steps to build a basic app It’s alive! Keep connected to online data It moves! Make things fun with animated features Get the word out: use tips to expand your audience Whether you’re a fledgling developer or an expert wanting to add a slick feather to your programming cap, join the Flutter revolution now and soar above the rest!




Flutter for Beginners


Book Description

Follow this step-by-step illustrated guide to launch your own Flutter apps and gain hands-on experience Key Features Get up to speed with the basics of Dart programming and delve into Flutter development Learn about Flutter widgets, plugins, and animations to create a high-quality, user-friendly app Package and deploy your Flutter apps to achieve native-like performance Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Book DescriptionThere have been many attempts at creating frameworks that are truly cross-platform, but most struggle to create a native-like experience at high-performance levels. Flutter achieves this with an elegant design and a wealth of third-party plugins, solidifying its status as the future of mobile app development. If you are a mobile developer who wants to create rich and expressive native apps with the latest Google Flutter framework, this book is for you. You’ll start with the basics of cross-platform development frameworks, specifically Flutter. You’ll then explore the Dart programming language which is the foundation of the Flutter framework. Next, you’ll get a feel for Flutter and how to create your first app, followed by an exploration of the various popular plugins that supplement the Flutter framework. Finally, you’ll explore testing and app release, including some common glitches that you may experience. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to create and release a basic Flutter app along with gaining a solid understanding of the Flutter framework and Dart language.What you will learn Understand the Flutter framework and cross-platform development Acclimate the fundamentals of the Dart programming language Explore Flutter widgets, the core widget library, and stateful and stateless widgets Discover the complete development lifecycle, including testing and debugging Get familiar with both the mobile and web app release processes Dig deeper into more advanced Flutter concepts like animation Explore common Flutter plugins ad how to use them Discover the Flutter community and how to stay up-to-date Who this book is for If you are an existing mobile developer seeking a better way to develop cross-platform apps, an existing software developer looking to explore mobile app development, or someone investigating mobile apps and simply wants to know what the Flutter fuss is about, this is the book for you. Prior knowledge of Flutter and Dart is not required.




Mastering Flutter: The Ultimate Guide to Building Beautiful Apps


Book Description

Unlock the full potential of Flutter and embark on your journey to creating stunning, high-performance mobile applications with "Mastering Flutter: The Ultimate Guide to Building Beautiful Apps." This comprehensive guide is designed for developers of all levels, from beginners to experienced programmers, who want to harness the power of Flutter to build beautiful, natively compiled applications for mobile, web, and desktop from a single codebase. Contents Overview: Introduction: Discover why Flutter is the future of mobile app development and what you will learn from this book. Understand who this book is for and how to make the most of it. Getting Started with Flutter: Step-by-step instructions on installing Flutter, setting up your development environment, and running your first Flutter app. Learn how to create a new Flutter project and explore the default app structure. Setting Up Your Development Environment: Detailed system requirements and installation guides for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Configure your IDE, emulators, and physical devices to streamline your development process. Building and Customizing Your App: Dive deep into Flutter's widget library, understand state management, and learn how to navigate between screens. Customize your app with beautiful UI elements and animations to enhance user experience. Advanced Flutter Concepts: Explore advanced topics such as integrating with backend services, handling user authentication, and leveraging Flutter's powerful plugin system. Optimize your app's performance and ensure it is ready for production. Key Features: Comprehensive Guide: Covering everything from the basics to advanced concepts, this book is your one-stop resource for mastering Flutter. Hands-On Approach: Practical examples and step-by-step tutorials to help you build real-world applications. Expert Insights: Learn from experienced Flutter developers and gain insights into best practices and industry standards. Up-to-Date Information: Stay current with the latest features and updates in the Flutter framework. Who This Book Is For: Whether you are a novice developer just getting started or an experienced programmer looking to expand your skills, this book provides valuable knowledge and practical skills to help you succeed in the world of Flutter development. How to Use This Book: Follow along with the tutorials, experiment with the code examples, and apply the concepts to your own projects. Use the book as a reference guide to revisit key topics and deepen your understanding as you progress in your Flutter journey. Conclusion: "Mastering Flutter: The Ultimate Guide to Building Beautiful Apps" is your essential companion for creating beautiful, functional, and high-performing applications. Start your journey today and unlock the power of Flutter!




Flutter Recipes


Book Description

Take advantage of this comprehensive reference to solving common problems when developing with Flutter. Along with an introduction to the basic concepts of Flutter development, the recipes in this book cover all important aspects of this emerging technology, including development, testing, debugging, performance tuning, app publishing, and continuous integration. Although Flutter presents a rich, cross-platform mobile development framework, helpful documentation is not easily found. Here you’ll review solutions to various scenarios and use creative, tested ways to accomplish everything from simple to complex development tasks. Flutter is developed using Dart and contains a unique technology stack that sets it apart from its competitors. This book takes the mystery out of working with the Dart language and integrating Flutter into your already existing workflows and development projects. With Flutter Recipes, you’ll learn how to build and deploy apps freshly started in Flutter, as well as apps already in progress, while side-stepping any potential roadblocks you may face along the way. What You'll Learn Debug with Dart Observatory Program accessibility and localization features Build and release apps for iOS and Android Incorporate reactive programming Who This Book Is For Mobile developers with some experience in other frameworks who would like to work with the growing and popular Flutter.




Pragmatic Flutter


Book Description

Have you ever thought of creating beautiful, blazing-fast native apps for iOS and Android from a single codebase? Have you dreamt of taking your native apps to the web and desktop without it costing a fortune? If so, Pragmatic Flutter: Building Cross-Platform Mobile Apps for Android, iOS, Web & Desktop is the right place to start your journey to developing cross-platform apps. Google’s Flutter is the brand-new way for developing beautiful, fluid, and blazing-fast cross-platform apps for Android, iOS, web, and desktops (macOS, Linux, Windows). Google’s new Fuchsia OS user interface (UI) is implemented using Flutter as well. Learning to develop mobile apps with Flutter opens the door to multiple devices, form-factors, and platforms using a single codebase. You don’t need any prior experience using Dart to follow along in this book; however, it’s recommended that readers have some familiarity with writing code using one of the object-oriented programming languages. Your journey starts with learning to structure and organize the Flutter project to develop apps for multiple platforms. Next, you will explore the fundamentals of Flutter widgets. The journey continues with Flutter’s layout widgets while also learning to build responsive layouts. You will get an understanding of organizing and applying themes and styles, handling user input, and gestures. Then you will move on to advanced concepts, such as fetching data over the network and integrating and consuming REST API in your app. You will get hands-on experience on design patterns, data modeling, routing, and navigation for multi-screen apps. When you are finished, you will have a solid foundational knowledge of Flutter that will help you move on to building great and successful mobile apps that can be deployed to Android, iOS, web, and desktop (macOS, Linux, Windows) platforms from a single codebase.