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Flutter Updates & News - November 2024

Discover Flutter’s November 2024 updates, from advanced architecture guidelines and the new Flutter Forum to exciting UI innovations like image filters and gradients. Learn how these advancements are shaping cross-platform development and empowering developers globally. Read more!

Flutter Updates & News - November 2024
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Flutter continues to solidify its place as a leading framework for cross-platform development. For those keen on keeping up with cutting-edge technology, here’s a rundown of Flutter’s latest developments.

Top Flutter updates in November

Evolving Flutter Architecture: Improved guidance

One of the standout updates this month has been Flutter's focus on architectural improvements. The Flutter team has released new official documentation centered around separation of responsibilities, unidirectional data flow, and the MVVM (Model-View-ViewModel) pattern. These updates aim to help developers design scalable and maintainable applications, reducing complexity in large-scale projects.

In conjunction with these guidelines, the release of the Compass app has gained attention. Serving as a real-world demonstration of best practices, Compass shows how to effectively implement these architectural principles in production-grade applications. For teams looking to refine their workflow and architecture, these resources are invaluable.

Introducing the Flutter Forum

In a move to improve community collaboration, Flutter launched the Flutter Forum, a public and free-to-use platform for high-quality discussions. This initiative is set to improve the way developers share knowledge, ask questions, and find solutions without the noise often present on broader platforms.

Simultaneously, the migration of developers from X (Twitter) to Bluesky for more focused conversations has been noticeable. This transition aligns with the community's need for a space that fosters professional dialogue, ensuring Flutter discussions stay productive and innovative.

The Launch of "Flock"

In a surprising development, Matt Carroll, a notable contributor to the Flutter ecosystem, introduced Flock, a fork of Flutter aimed at accelerating development cycles. This alternative branch focuses on experimental features and a faster pace of iteration, offering a playground for early adopters and organizations eager to stay ahead of the curve.

Advanced Image Filters and Gradients

Developers passionate about design and visuals will be excited by advancements in image filters and mesh gradients. Observable Flutter released videos showing techniques involving shaders, filters like blur and sepia, and using Bézier curves in gradients. These updates push the boundaries of what’s possible in Flutter UI design, opening up creative avenues for applications requiring visually dynamic interfaces.

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Flutter videos: Image filters

If you’re interested in graphics and shaders, there are two videos you shouldn’t miss. In the Image filters episode, Raouf Rahiche explains Flutter’s built-in image filters, covering three main areas. These are: Implementing Android’s overscroll effect using shaders; Examples of shaders ported from Metal and Skia to GLSL; Blur filters tile modes, and color filters (grayscale, sepia, etc.). He also presents a live coding session to make a "selective focus" effect, highlighting specific areas of an image.

Riverpod vs Bloc: Which one is better in 2024?

The topic of state management in Flutter development often sparks intense discussions within the developer community. With two popular solutions—Bloc and Riverpod—each boasting its strengths and weaknesses, the question arises: which one should you choose? This article “ Riverpod vs Bloc”  compares both approaches, highlighting their features, benefits, and drawbacks to help you decide which is best.

Macros in Dart, discovering new capabilities in code generation

Learn about Dart macros, a game-changing feature for simplifying code generation in Flutter development. Learn how macros streamline tasks like JSON serialization, reduce dependencies, and improve real-time updates for a cleaner and more efficient coding experience. You can learn more about Macros in Dart in the full article.

Highlights from November & upcoming events

FlutterBytes conference in Africa

The Flutter ecosystem saw significant engagement this month with the FlutterBytes Conference in Africa, a major event for developers in the EMEA region. Covering workshops, talks, and networking opportunities, the conference highlighted Flutter’s growing influence and its adoption in diverse regions globally.

Flutter meetup by Montevideo Meetup Group 

Flutter Session #10 is happening on December 10th, hosted by the Flutter Montevideo Meetup group 🇺🇾! Join online for talks on:

  • Open Source with Flutter: Building Your Brand
  • Auto-route: A Scalable Navigation Solution for Flutter 

Head over to Meetup for more information and to secure your spot.

Wrap up

Flutter’s updates this month underscore its commitment to growth and innovation. For teams considering adopting or expanding their use of Flutter, these developments highlight its potential to remain a versatile, future-proof solution. At Somnio Software, we pride ourselves on staying ahead of the curve, ensuring that our clients benefit from the latest technologies and best practices in the industry. 

Stay ahead in the world of Flutter, and don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest updates and insights. Happy coding!

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