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The Ultimate Flutter Handbook for Aspiring App Developers KEY FEATURES ● Get in-depth knowledge about the process of building apps using Flutter. ● A practical guide that provides step-by-step instructions for landing a job as an app developer. ● Acquire all the necessary knowledge and skills to increase your chances of being hired as an app developer. DESCRIPTION "Flutter for Jobseekers" aims to assist you in acquiring expertise in multi-platform app development, with the ultimate goal of helping them secure their dream job. Authored by a leading Flutter developer, this book offers clear explanations and practical examples that will guide you through the evolution of app development, encompassing its historical, current, and future aspects. This all-inclusive guide takes you on a journey to master Google's Flutter framework. Starting from an introduction to Flutter's key features and development workflow, the book covers a wide range of essential topics, including exploring market opportunities for Flutter developers. You will learn how to install and configure Flutter, work with widgets, manage user input, utilize third-party libraries and APIs, implement navigation and state management with BLoC, and optimize applications for different platforms. Additionally, the book offers guidance on debugging, troubleshooting, finding Flutter jobs, succeeding in interviews, and mapping out your career path within the Flutter ecosystem. By the end of the book, you will have all the resources to excel in the Flutter ecosystem and secure your desired career path. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Delve into the history, current trends, and future prospects of application development. ● Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the installation and configuration process of Flutter. ● Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of Flutter, including its widget-based system. ● Explore important concepts such as state management, routing, and interaction with APIs. ● Gain insights on how and where to Cover Page Title Page Copyright Page Dedication About the Author About the Reviewer Acknowledgements Preface Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Flutter Introduction Structure Objectives An Abridged History of Apps The History of Multi-Platform App Development A New Multi-Platform App Development Solution The Rapid Development of Flutter Why Developers Are Flocking to Flutter Looking Forward Conclusion References 2. Market Opportunities for Flutter Developers Introduction Structure Objectives The Growth of Flutter in the Marketplace Who is Using Flutter, and What are They Using it for? Case Study: Alibaba Case Study: BMW Case Study: ByteDance Case Study: eBay Case Study: Toyota Case Study: Google Conclusion References 3. Installing Flutter and Configuring Your IDE Introduction Structure Objectives Tools Getting Started on Windows Getting Started on macOS Additional Information for Devices with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, and so on) Installing and Configuring Visual Studio Code Building and Running Your First Flutter Application Conclusion Further Reading 4. Introduction to Widgets Introduction Structure Objectives Briefly Exploring the Default Flutter Application What is a Widget and How is it Drawn to the Screen? Stateless Widgets Creating a Custom Stateless Widget Stateful Widgets Inherited Widgets Introduction to BuildContext Conclusion Questions Key Terms Further Reading 5. Handling User Input Introduction Structure Objectives Buttons Capturing Text Input Pickers, Selectors, and Dropdowns Radios, Checkboxes, Switches, and Segmented Controls Sliders Forms and FormFields Building a Simple Signup Form Conclusion Questions Key Terms Further Reading 6. Using 3rd Party Libraries and External Assets Introduction Structure Objectives Introduction to pubspec.yaml Adding Images and Other Assets to Your Application Introduction to the Pub Package Management System Finding Useful Packages on Pub Using a Package to Play Audio Popular Pub packages Conclusion Questions Key Terms Command Reference Further Reading 7. Working with APIs and Asynchronous Operations Introduction Structure Objectives Welcome to the Future Requesting Data From an API Classifying API Responses Sending Data to an API Flutter’s Asynchronous Widgets Sinks and Streams Conclusion Questions Key Terms Further Reading 8. Navigation and Routing Introduction Structure Objectives General Discussion of Navigation and Routing Concepts Introduction to Navigator 1.0 Routing Using Named Routes Passing Arguments into a Route Returning Data from a Screen Animating Widget from One Route to Another Introduction to Navigator 2.0 — the Router API Using Packages to Help with Routing Conclusion Questions Key Terms Further Reading 9. State Management and the BLoC Introduction Structure Objectives Ephemeral Versus App State Some Prep Work Before We Begin A Brief Aside to Explain Some New Concepts Using Inherited Widgets to Manage App State Using Provider to Manage App State Using BLoC’s Cubit to Manage App State Using BLoC to Manage App State Conclusion Questions Key Terms Further Reading 10. Reactivity and Platform-Specific Considerations Introduction Structure Objectives Building Responsive Layouts Benefits and Limitations of dart:io App Icons and Splash Screens Material, Cupertino, Yaru, and Fluent UI (oh my!) Platform-Specific Navigation Paradigms Using Packages to Build Cross-Platform UIs Conclusion Questions Further Reading 11. Debugging, Troubleshooting, and Performance Considerations Introduction Structure Objectives Debugging and Troubleshooting Concepts Logging Output to the Debug Console Setting Breakpoints and Exploring Runtime Variables Handling Exceptions Introduction to Flutter’s DevTools Defining Performance Issues Exploring Profile Mode When a ListView is not a ListView Optimizing Widgets Conclusion Questions Key Terms 12. Creating Your First Application Introduction Structure Objectives About the Application Understanding the Technical Requirements Building the Skeleton of Your Application The WeatherIcon Class Code Generation Building the API Layer Finishing the application Conclusion Questions Key Terms Command Reference Further Reading References 13. Finding Flutter Jobs Introduction Structure Objectives How to Hack the System and Make the Jobs Come to You Question and Answer Time with Top Flutter Recruiters Conclusion 14. Preparing for and Succeeding in the Job Interview Introduction Structure Objectives The Interview Process, Start to Finish What to Expect During a Technical Interview The Culture Fit Interview: Evaluating a Company and Being Evaluated Negotiating Compensation Answering Some Interview Questions Conclusion 15. Your Road Ahead Introduction Structure Objective How to Prepare for Your New Job Tips for Collaboration with Other Developers Additional Skills You’ll Need to Seek Out Suggestions for Furthering Your Career Conclusion Flutter Community Links Index The Ultimate Flutter Handbook for Aspiring App Developers. Description: "Flutter for Jobseekers" aims to assist you in acquiring expertise in multi-platform app development, with the ultimate goal of helping them secure their dream job. Authored by a leading Flutter developer, this book offers clear explanations and practical examples that will guide you through the evolution of app development, encompassing its historical, current, and future aspects. This all-inclusive guide takes you on a journey to master Google's Flutter framework. Starting from an introduction to Flutter's key features and development workflow, the book covers a wide range of essential topics, including exploring market opportunities for Flutter developers. You will learn how to install and configure Flutter, work with widgets, manage user input, utilize third-party libraries and APIs, implement navigation and state management with BLoC, and optimize applications for different platforms. Additionally, the book offers guidance on debugging, troubleshooting, finding Flutter jobs, succeeding in interviews, and mapping out your career path within the Flutter ecosystem. By the end of the book, you will have all the resources to excel in the Flutter ecosystem and secure your desired career path. What you will learn: - Delve into the history, current trends, and future prospects of application development. - Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the installation and configuration process of Flutter. - Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of Flutter, including its widget-based system. - Explore important concepts such as state management, routing, and interaction with APIs. - Gain insights on how and where to find job opportunities as a Flutter developer. Who this book is for: Whether you're a beginner in the world of Flutter or an experienced developer, this book is tailored to meet your needs.