Build a variety of dynamic projects and beautiful UIs as you explore the power of Flutter for the web, desktop, and mobile Key FeaturesDiscover state management solutions with InheritedWidget and the Provider packageCreate responsive and beautiful UIs with the Material and Cupertino librariesExplore animations, forms, gestures, and backend integration with SupabaseBook Description Flutter is a UI toolkit for building beautiful, natively compiled applications for mobile, web, desktop, and embedded devices from a single code base. With Flutter, you can write your code once and run it anywhere using a single code base to target multiple platforms. This book is a comprehensive, project-based guide for new and emerging Flutter developers that will help empower you to build bulletproof applications. Once you start reading book, you'll quickly realize what sets Flutter apart from its competition and establish some of the fundamentals of the toolkit. As you work on various project applications, you'll understand just how easy Flutter is to use for building stunning UIs. This book covers navigation strategies, state management, advanced animation handling, and the two main UI design styles: Material and Cupertino. It'll help you extend your knowledge with good code practices, UI testing strategies, and CI setup to constantly keep your repository's quality at the highest level possible. By the end of this book, you'll feel confident in your ability to transfer the lessons from the example projects and build your own Flutter applications for any platform you wish. What you will learnCreate responsive and attractive UIs for any deviceGet to grips with caching and widget trees and learn some framework performance tipsManage state using Flutter's InheritedWidget systemOrchestrate the app flow with Navigator 1.0 and 2.0Explore the Material and Cupertino built-in themesBreathe life into your apps with animationsImprove code quality with golden tests, CI setup, and linter rulesWho this book is for This book is for software developers with a good grasp of Flutter, who want to learn best practices and techniques for building clean, intuitive UIs using a single codebase for mobile and the web. Prior experience with Flutter, Dart, and object-oriented programming (OOP) will help you understand the concepts covered in the book.

Develop the real-world experience you need to build and launch your own Flutter apps with this full-color guide 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 app user experience Package and deploy your Flutter apps to achieve native-like performance 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, making it 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. This book will guide you through developing your first app from scratch all the way to production release. Starting with the setup of your development environment, you'll learn about your app's UI design and responding to user input via Flutter widgets, manage app navigation and screen transitions, and create widget animations. You'll then explore the rich set of third party-plugins, including Firebase and Google Maps, and get to grips with testing and debugging. Finally, you'll get up to speed with releasing your app to mobile stores and the web. By the end of this Flutter book, you'll have gained the confidence to create, edit, test, and release a full Flutter app on your own.What you will learn Explore the core concepts of the Flutter framework and how it is used for cross-platform development Understand the fundamentals of the Dart programming language Work with Flutter widgets and learn the concepts of stateful and stateless widgets Add animation to your app using animated widgets and advanced animations techniques Master the complete development lifecycle, including testing and debugging Investigate the app release process to both mobile stores and the web Who this book is forThis book is for developers looking to learn Google's revolutionary framework Flutter from scratch. No prior knowledge of Flutter or Dart is required.

A step-by-step guide to learning Flutter and Dart 2 for creating Android and iOS mobile applications Key FeaturesGet up to speed with the basics of Dart programming and delve into Flutter developmentUnderstand native SDK and third-party libraries for building Android and iOS applications using FlutterPackage and deploy your Flutter apps to achieve native-like performanceBook Description Google Flutter is a cross-platform mobile framework that makes it easy to write high-performance apps for Android and iOS. This book will help you get to grips with the basics of the Flutter framework and the Dart programming language. Starting from setting up your development environment, you’ll learn to design the UI and add user input functions. You'll explore the navigator widget to manage app routes and learn to add transitions between screens. The book will even guide you through developing your own plugin and later, you’ll discover how to structure good plugin code. Using the Google Places API, you'll also understand how to display a map in the app and add markers and interactions to it. You’ll then learn to improve the user experience with features such as map integrations, platform-specific code with native languages, and personalized animation options for designing intuitive UIs. The book follows a practical approach and gives you access to all relevant code files hosted at github.com/PacktPublishing/Flutter-for-Beginners. This will help you access a variety of examples and prepare your own bug-free apps, ready to deploy on the App Store and Google Play Store. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-versed with Dart programming and have the skills to develop your own mobile apps or build a career as a Dart and Flutter app developer. What you will learnUnderstand the fundamentals of the Dart programming languageExplore the core concepts of the Flutter UI and how it compiles for multiple platformsDevelop Flutter plugins and widgets and understand how to structure plugin code appropriatelyStyle your Android and iOS apps with widgets and learn the difference between stateful and stateless widgetsAdd animation to your UI using Flutter's AnimatedBuilder componentIntegrate your native code into your Flutter codebase for native app performanceWho this book is for This book is for developers looking to learn Google's revolutionary framework Flutter from scratch. No prior knowledge of Flutter or Dart is required; however, basic knowledge of any programming language will be helpful.

Summary In 2017, consumers downloaded 178 billion apps, and analysts predict growth to 258 billion by 2022. Mobile customers are demanding more—and better—apps, and it’s up to developers like you to write them! Flutter, a revolutionary new cross-platform software development kit created by Google, makes it easier than ever to write secure, high-performance native apps for iOS and Android. Flutter apps are blazingly fast because this open source solution compiles your Dart code to platform-specific programs with no JavaScript bridge! Flutter also supports hot reloading to update changes instantly. And thanks to its built-in widgets and rich motion APIs, Flutter’s apps are not just highly responsive, they’re stunning! Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology With Flutter, you can build mobile applications using a single, feature-rich SDK that includes everything from a rendering engine to a testing environment. Flutter compiles programs written in Google’s intuitive Dart language to platform-specific code so your iOS and Android games, utilities, and shopping platforms all run like native Java or Swift apps. About the book Flutter in Action teaches you to build professional-quality mobile applications using the Flutter SDK and the Dart programming language. You’ll begin with a quick tour of Dart essentials and then dive into engaging, well-described techniques for building beautiful user interfaces using Flutter’s huge collection of built-in widgets. The combination of diagrams, code examples, and annotations makes learning a snap. As you go, you’ll appreciate how the author makes easy reading of complex topics like routing, state management, and async programming. What's inside Understanding the Flutter approach to the UI All the Dart you need to get started Creating custom animations Testing and debugging About the reader You’ll need basic web or mobile app development skills. About the author Eric Windmill is a professional Dart developer and a contributor to open-source Flutter projects. His work is featured on the Flutter Showcase page. Table of Contents: PART 1 - MEET FLUTTER 1 ¦ Meet Flutter 2 ¦ A brief intro to Dart 3 ¦ Breaking into Flutter PART 2 - FLUTTER USER INTERACTION, STYLES, AND ANIMATIONS 4 ¦ Flutter UI: Important widgets, themes, and layout 5 ¦ User interaction: Forms and gestures 6 ¦ Pushing pixels: Flutter animations and using the canvas PART 3 - STATE MANAGEMENT AND ASYNCHRONOUS DART 7 ¦ Flutter routing in depth 8 ¦ Flutter state management 9 ¦ Async Dart and Flutter and infinite scrolling PART 4 - BEYOND FOUNDATIONS 10 ¦ Working with data: HTTP, Firestore, and JSON 11 ¦ Testing Flutter apps

Elevate Your Cross-Platform Development Skills with Flutter and Dart, and Advanced UI Techniques KEY FEATURES ● Discover the potential of Flutter's dynamic widgets for effortlessly crafting stunning and modern UI designs. ● Seamlessly build cross-platform applications using a unified codebase, ensuring optimal user experiences across diverse devices. ● Master testing and debugging techniques, guaranteeing robust and error-free Flutter UI development for a polished final product. DESCRIPTION Unlock the full potential of Flutter with this practical and indispensable resource, catering to both beginners and seasoned developers seeking to enhance their skills. This book will provide you foundational insights into Flutter and Dart programming to master the dynamic widget system and empower you to create visually stunning and responsive UI designs. The book begins with exploring Dart language and then moves on to Flutter's dynamic widgets and UI elements, the art of styling, theming, and creating interactive designs. Next, from handling images, media, and effects to delving into advanced techniques like typography and slivers, this book equips you to build adaptive UIs for diverse platforms. You will navigate seamlessly through topics such as navigation, device feature utilization, and API integration. Learn effective unit testing strategies for robust UI components. The book culminates with a focus on unit testing UI components, ensuring a robust and error-free development process. By the end, you'll be adept at leveraging Flutter's capabilities, poised to craft captivating and responsive designs that elevate the user experience. WHAT WILL YOU LEARN ● Gain insights into Flutter's environment and the basics of Dart programming. ● Explore Flutter's powerful widget system and dive into diverse UI elements. ● Learn advanced styling and theming techniques, creating interactive and visually appealing UI designs. ● Work with images, media, and effects to enhance the multimedia aspects of your Flutter applications. ● Discover advanced UI techniques, including typography and slivers, for refined and polished designs. ● Build adaptive UIs that seamlessly cater to different platforms for a consistent user experience. ● Utilize device features and APIs, unlocking enhanced functionalities for your applications. ● Implement robust unit testing strategies for reliable and error-free UI components. WHO IS THIS BOOK FOR? This book is perfect for app developers, UI/UX designers and professionals wanting to enhance their Flutter skills for cross-platform UI development. No prior Flutter knowledge required, but a basic programming understanding is helpful. Catering to diverse levels of expertise, the book provides valuable insights for all developers, from beginners to the intermediate and advanced. TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 Getting Started with Flutter 1. Introduction to Flutter and its Environment 2. Introduction to Dart Programming 3. Exploring Flutter Widgets and UI Elements SECTION 2 Building Modern UI Designs 4. Styling, Theming, and Interactive UI Designs in Flutter 5. Working with Images, Media, and Effects in Flutter 6. Typography, Slivers, and Advanced UI Techniques in Flutter SECTION 3 Creating Cross-Platform UIs 7. Building Adaptive UIs for Different Platforms 8. Handling Navigation and Routing 9. Utilizing Device Features and APIs SECTION 4 Testing and Debugging Flutter UIs 10. Widget Testing UI Components 11. Conclusion and the Next Steps Index

Create iOS and Android apps with Flutter using just one codebase. App development on multiple platforms has historically been difficult and complex. This book breaks down complex concepts and tasks into easily digestible segments with examples, pictures, and hands-on labs with starters and solutions. In doing so, you'll develop a basic understanding of the Dart programming language; the entire Flutter development toolchain; the differences between stateful and stateless widgets; and a working knowledge of the architecture of apps. All the most important parts of app development with Flutter are covered in this book. Work with themes and styles. Develop custom widgets. Teach your app to respond to gestures like taps, swipes, and pinches. Design, create and control the layout of your app. Create tools to handle form data entry from users. And ultimately create killer multiscreen apps with navigation, menus, and tabs. Flutter is Google's new framework for creating mobile apps that run on iOS and Android phones both.You had to be a super-developer to write apps for iOS or Android alone. But writing for both? Forget about it! You had to be familiar with Swift, Java/Kotlin, Xcode, Eclipse, and a bunch of other technologies simultaneously. Beginning App Development with Flutter simplifies the entire process. What You'll Learn Get the most out of great Flutter widgets Create custom widgets, both stateless and statefulExercise expert control over your Flutter layoutsMake your app respond to gestures like swiping, pinching and tappingInitiate async Ajax calls to RESTful APIs — including Google Firebase! Who This Book Is ForDevelopers who have coded in Java, C#, C++, or any similar language. It brings app development within the reach of younger developers, so STEM groups are likely to pick up the technology. Managers, product owners, and business analysts need to understand Flutter's capabilities.

A web developer's guide to using Flutter for building responsive and adaptive web UIs using mobile solutions Key FeaturesBuild a native, mobile-like experience for your web apps using FlutterExplore a systematic and synchronized learning path for web developers to learn FlutterDesign an MVVM structure for scalability and performance with this practical guideBook Description Using a shared codebase in addition to an extensive range of tools in the Flutter ecosystem optimized for browsers, the Flutter framework has expanded to enable you to bring your mobile apps to the web. You'll find out how web developers can leverage the Flutter framework for web apps with this hands-on guide. Taking Flutter to the Web will help you learn all about the Flutter ecosystem by covering the tools and project structure that allows you to easily integrate Flutter into your web stack. You'll understand the concepts of cross-platform UI development and how they can be applied to web platforms. As you explore Flutter on the web, you'll become well-versed with using Flutter as an alternative UI platform for building adaptive and responsive designs for web apps. By the end of this Flutter book, you'll have built and deployed a complete Flutter app for the web and have a roadmap ready to target the web for your existing Flutter mobile apps. What you will learnUnderstand the concepts necessary for designing, building, and deploying a Flutter web appGet the hang of Flutter internals to make the most of the frameworkBuild complete web applications with Flutter from architecture to deploymentAutomate UI design for your web apps using FlutterExplore Flutter's integration with Appwrite for backend developmentDiscover advanced concepts in frontend web development, such as state management and PWAWho this book is for This book is for Flutter mobile developers and Dart programmers who want to consolidate their Flutter knowledge and use it to build responsive web applications.