App Development with Flutter

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₦92,147.35

This course teaches mobile app development with Flutter, covering UI design, state management, data handling, and API integration. Learn to build cross-platform apps for Android and iOS using a single codebase. Ideal for developers looking to expand their mobile development skills.

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Description

In this course, you’ll learn how to build mobile applications for both Android and iOS using Flutter, Google’s open-source framework. You’ll start with the basics of Flutter and Dart programming language and learn how to design intuitive user interfaces with widgets. The course covers essential topics like state management, data handling, integrating APIs, and deploying apps to app stores. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to create cross-platform mobile apps with a single codebase, making it ideal for developers looking to expand into mobile development. Whether you’re building your first app or enhancing your skills, this course offers practical, real-world projects to guide you.

What you'll learn

What You’ll Learn:

By the end of this course, you will be able to design, build, and deploy high-performance mobile apps using Flutter, Google’s popular open-source framework for developing cross-platform applications. You will learn the fundamentals of Flutter and Dart (Flutter’s programming language), build user interfaces, manage app state, integrate APIs, and deploy your app to both Android and iOS. Key learning outcomes include:

  1. Introduction to Flutter and Dart:
    • Understand the basics of Flutter and how it differs from other mobile development frameworks.
    • Learn the fundamentals of Dart programming language.
    • Set up the Flutter environment and tools required for development.
  2. Building User Interfaces (UI) in Flutter:
    • Learn how to use Flutter widgets to build beautiful and responsive UIs.
    • Understand the widget tree structure in Flutter.
    • Create layouts using rows, columns, containers, stacks, and lists.
    • Learn to manage text, images, buttons, and other interactive UI components.
  3. Working with State in Flutter:
    • Learn the concept of state in Flutter and how it impacts the UI.
    • Understand the difference between Stateful and Stateless widgets.
    • Explore state management techniques, including setState(), InheritedWidget, Provider, and Riverpod.
  4. Handling User Input and Navigation:
    • Learn how to handle user input via forms, text fields, and gestures.
    • Explore navigation and routing in Flutter (screen transitions, deep linking, and passing data between screens).
    • Implement tab bars, bottom navigation bars, and drawer menus for a complete app experience.
  5. Networking and API Integration:
    • Learn how to make HTTP requests in Flutter using the http package.
    • Understand how to parse JSON data from APIs and display it in your app.
    • Learn how to work with asynchronous operations using async and await in Dart.
    • Handle network errors and responses properly.
  6. Data Storage and Persistence:
    • Learn how to store data locally in Flutter apps using SQLite and Shared Preferences.
    • Understand how to read and write data to local databases.
    • Implement secure data storage practices for sensitive information.
  7. Working with External Packages:
    • Learn how to integrate third-party packages and plugins to enhance your app’s functionality (e.g., camera, geolocation, notifications).
    • Understand how to add and manage dependencies using Flutter’s package manager.
  8. Testing and Debugging in Flutter:
    • Understand the importance of testing in app development.
    • Learn how to write unit tests, widget tests, and integration tests for your Flutter apps.
    • Explore debugging tools and techniques to troubleshoot your app.
  9. Publishing and Deployment:
    • Learn how to prepare your Flutter app for release on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
    • Understand the app submission process, app signing, and dealing with platform-specific requirements.
    • Learn how to update and maintain your app after launch.

Syllabus

Course Syllabus:

Module 1: Introduction to Flutter and Dart

  • Introduction to cross-platform app development
  • Overview of Flutter architecture and its components
  • Installing Flutter SDK and setting up your development environment
  • Introduction to Dart programming language: Variables, functions, and control flow
  • Your first Flutter app: “Hello, World!” example

Module 2: Building User Interfaces (UI) with Flutter

  • Introduction to Flutter widgets: Stateless vs Stateful
  • Creating and customizing widgets: Text, Image, Button, and Icon
  • Understanding Flutter’s widget tree structure
  • Layouts in Flutter: Rows, Columns, Containers, Stacks, and Flex
  • Using lists and grids to display data in your app
  • Styling widgets with padding, margin, borders, and colors
  • Using themes and custom fonts

Module 3: Working with State in Flutter

  • Understanding state management in Flutter
  • Difference between Stateless and Stateful widgets
  • Managing state with setState() method
  • Introduction to InheritedWidget and how it helps with state sharing
  • Using Provider for state management (Introduction to modern state management)
  • Using Riverpod for advanced state management (optional, if time permits)

Module 4: Handling User Input and Navigation

  • Handling user input with text fields, forms, and validation
  • Gesture recognition in Flutter (taps, drags, swipes)
  • Navigating between screens (Routes and Navigator)
  • Passing data between screens using arguments
  • Using the bottom navigation bar, tabs, and drawer for app navigation
  • Implementing deep linking for external app links

Module 5: Networking and API Integration

  • Introduction to HTTP requests in Flutter (using the http package)
  • Parsing JSON data from REST APIs
  • Handling asynchronous operations with async and await
  • Storing and displaying fetched data in widgets
  • Handling network errors (timeouts, invalid responses)
  • Using Dio library for advanced networking (optional)

Module 6: Data Storage and Persistence

  • Using Shared Preferences for simple key-value data storage
  • Introduction to SQLite for local database storage
  • Performing CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) with SQLite
  • Storing images and files locally
  • Encrypting data for secure storage
  • Local storage best practices

Module 7: Working with External Packages

  • Understanding Flutter’s package manager
  • Integrating third-party packages into your app (e.g., camera, geolocation, file_picker)
  • Working with Firebase: Authentication, Firestore, and Firebase Cloud Storage
  • Using device sensors and hardware (e.g., camera, GPS, accelerometer)
  • Implementing push notifications with Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM)

Module 8: Testing and Debugging in Flutter

  • Importance of testing in Flutter
  • Writing unit tests for individual functions and methods
  • Writing widget tests to test UI elements
  • Writing integration tests to test end-to-end workflows
  • Debugging tools and techniques in Flutter (Flutter DevTools, hot reload, console logs)
  • Handling exceptions and errors effectively

Module 9: Publishing and Deployment

  • Preparing your app for release on Android and iOS
  • Generating signed APK and AAB for Android deployment
  • Preparing and submitting your app to the Google Play Store
  • Configuring and submitting your app to the Apple App Store
  • Handling platform-specific configurations (permissions, icons, splash screens)
  • Updating your app and managing app versions

Module 10: Final Project and Wrap-Up

  • Final project: Build a fully functional mobile app using Flutter
  • Guidelines for the final project: Features to implement, design requirements, and testing
  • Presenting your app and receiving feedback
  • Course recap and next steps in your Flutter journey
  • Career opportunities in mobile app development with Flutter

Course Delivery and Format:

  • Duration: 6-8 weeks (self-paced or instructor-led)
  • Format: Video lectures, hands-on coding exercises, quizzes, and project work
  • Assignments: Weekly coding exercises to build components of your app
  • Final Project: Build and deploy a complete app using Flutter
  • Tools: DartPad (for quick experiments), Android Studio, VS Code, Flutter SDK

Prerequisites:

  • No prior mobile development experience required, but familiarity with basic programming concepts (variables, functions, loops) is recommended.
  • Basic understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles (preferably in languages like Java, C#, or Python) will be helpful but not necessary.

Tools and Resources:

  • Access to Flutter documentation and resources
  • Code snippets and reusable components to accelerate development
  • Additional readings and learning resources on mobile app best practices

3 reviews for App Development with Flutter

  1. Ifeyinwa –

    “This ‘App Development with Flutter’ course has been transformative. The hands-on approach and clear instruction made it incredibly accessible. The instructor’s industry insights and practical exercises empowered me to build and deploy functional apps with confidence. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to master Flutter and advance their app development skills.”

  2. Tanko –

    “App Development with Flutter was an exceptional online course that exceeded my expectations. The instructor’s clear explanations, hands-on exercises, and engaging examples made learning the complexities of Flutter app development a breeze. I found the course to be well-structured, with each module building upon the previous one. The assignments and projects provided ample opportunity to apply my newfound skills and deepen my understanding. Overall, this course has equipped me with the confidence to develop high-quality Flutter apps and further my career as an app developer.”

  3. Ebere –

    “App Development with Flutter exceeded my expectations. The course’s comprehensive content and engaging format made it an enjoyable learning experience. The hands-on projects and expert instructors provided me with the practical skills and knowledge I needed to create professional-quality mobile apps. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in mastering Flutter development and becoming a proficient app developer.”

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