Developing Packages in Flutter from Pluralsight

One way to step up as a Flutter developer and contribute to the developer community is by creating and publishing your own packages and plugins. This course will teach you how to use, create, and publish packages and plugins for Flutter and Dart.

Flutter packages are an essential part of the ecosystem. They provide functionality that the framework lacks and allow developers to share their solutions, however, this task can seem overwhelming for new Flutter developers. In this course, Developing Packages in Flutter, you’ll learn to use, create, and publish packages and plugins for Flutter. First, you’ll explore how to use existing packages on pub.dev. Next, you’ll discover how to create packages from scratch, including plugin packages with native platform functionality. Finally, you’ll learn how to publish new packages to pub.dev to be used by other developers. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of package development in Flutter needed to use, create, and publish Flutter packages.

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Course Overview

Using Existing Flutter Packages

Creating New Flutter Packages

Creating New Flutter Plugin Packages

Publishing Flutter Packages

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Helps learners use existing Flutter packages for a wide range of functionalities found in the ecosystem

Gradually develops skills from using existing packages to creating and publishing new ones, making it suitable for learners at different levels

Produces tangible outcomes in the form of new packages and plugins, providing practical experience and portfolio additions for learners

Established instructor with expertise in the field of Flutter development

Focuses on building a strong foundation in package development in Flutter, making it a good starting point for those looking to expand their skills in this area

Teaches essential concepts and practical skills in package and plugin development for Flutter, making it relevant to industry professionals

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Developing Packages in Flutter with these activities:

Review basics of Flutter

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Refreshes your understanding of Flutter and Dart, making it easier to follow along with the course materials.

Browse courses on Flutter

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Review the official Flutter documentation.
Complete a few simple Flutter tutorials.

Explore the Flutter documentation on packages

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The Flutter documentation provides detailed information on how to use and create packages, and it can help you understand the best practices and conventions for package development.

Browse courses on Package Development

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Read the sections on creating and publishing packages in the Flutter documentation.
Watch the official Flutter tutorials on writing packages.

Practice writing Flutter packages

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Practicing writing Flutter packages will help you solidify your understanding of the package development process and the Dart syntax used to create them.

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Follow the course instructor's example projects to build simple Flutter packages.
Create your own small Flutter package that provides a specific functionality.

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Create a simple Flutter app

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Provides hands-on practice with Flutter, reinforcing the concepts covered in the course.

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Set up your Flutter development environment.
Create a new Flutter project.
Add a simple UI to your app.
Run your app on a simulator or device.

Participate in a Flutter hackathon

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Participating in a Flutter hackathon will provide you with an opportunity to apply your package development skills in a real-world setting and get feedback from experts.

Browse courses on Dart

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Find and register for a Flutter hackathon that aligns with your interests.
Form a team or work individually.
Develop a Flutter package or application that addresses the hackathon theme.

Publish a blog post or article on Flutter package development

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Writing a blog post or article on Flutter package development will help you consolidate your knowledge, share your learnings with others, and contribute to the Flutter community.

Browse courses on Package Development

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Choose a specific topic related to Flutter package development.
Research and gather information on the topic.
Write a well-structured and informative blog post or article.
Publish your content on a platform like Medium or your own blog.

Follow a Flutter package development tutorial

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Guides you through the process of creating a Flutter package, providing a practical understanding of the concepts covered in the course.

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Find a reputable Flutter package development tutorial.
Follow the tutorial step-by-step.
Publish your package to pub.dev.

Write a blog post about your experience creating a Flutter package

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Requires you to articulate your understanding of Flutter package development, solidifying your knowledge and helping others learn.

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Choose a topic for your blog post.
Write a draft of your blog post.
Edit and proofread your blog post.
Publish your blog post on your website or blog.

Participate in a Flutter hackathon

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Challenges you to apply your Flutter skills under pressure, forcing you to think critically and solve problems creatively.

Browse courses on Flutter

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Find a Flutter hackathon to participate in.
Form a team or work individually.
Develop a Flutter app within the specified timeframe.
Submit your app for judging.

Mentor a junior Flutter developer

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Reinforces your understanding of Flutter while providing valuable guidance to others, boosting your confidence and solidifying your skills.

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Find a junior Flutter developer to mentor.
Provide guidance and support on Flutter-related topics.
Review their code and provide feedback.
Encourage their growth and development as a Flutter developer.

Career center

Learners who complete Developing Packages in Flutter will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Flutter Developer

Flutter Developers are responsible for developing and maintaining software applications using the Flutter framework. This course would be particularly useful for those interested in becoming Flutter Developers, as it provides a foundation in the creation of packages and plugins.

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Plugin Developer

Plugin Developers create and maintain software plugins that can be used by other developers to extend the functionality of their software applications. This course would be particularly useful for those interested in creating and publishing their own Flutter plugins, as it provides a foundation in the creation and publishing process.

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Package Developer

Package Developers create and maintain software packages that can be used by other developers. This course would be particularly useful for those interested in creating and publishing their own Flutter packages, as it provides a foundation in the creation and publishing process.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems. This course would be particularly useful for those interested in developing software for mobile devices, as it provides a foundation in the Flutter framework and the creation of packages and plugins.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers create and maintain software applications for mobile devices. This course would be particularly useful for those interested in developing mobile applications using the Flutter framework, as it provides a foundation in the creation of packages and plugins.

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Computer Scientist

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Project Manager

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Software Architect

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Artificial Intelligence Engineer

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Technical Lead

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Game Developer

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Data Scientist

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Machine Learning Engineer

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Database Administrator

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Web Developer

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