New post on /r/flutterdev subreddit:

Flutter Google Maps Places API Free Alternative

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New post on /r/flutterdev subreddit:

Apple pay and Stripe

For those who have developed an app in flutter that sells some sort of service/merch, if I am required to use apple pay on ios, however, it does not offer a payout option, can i setup apple pay in my app, so that when users pay with apple pay, it goes to the app stripe account and the app gets a ... https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1fra9zs/apple_pay_and_stripe/

New post on /r/flutterdev subreddit:

Loading data with Riverpod: an AsyncValue story

submitted by /u/piskariov https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1fsq7g2/loadingdatawithriverpodanasyncvaluestory/ comments https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1fsq7g2/loading_data_with_riverpod_an_asyncvalue_story/

New post on /r/flutterdev subreddit:

Video is distorted only on android(chewie)

New to flutter but am a seasoned BE dev, I am having a lot of issues trying to learn flutter. My goal is to rewrite my angular app in flutter so I can get use it on my android phone. After a few days of trying several video libraries(videoplayer, betterplayer, chewie), I settled on chewie. On... https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1ftgq4s/video_is_distorted_only_on_androidchewie/

New post on /r/flutterdev subreddit:

Flutter + Gemini nano

Is there any flutter package that supports the recently released Gemini Nano? submitted by /u/Beautiful_Spray https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1fu92yk/flutter_gemini_nano/ [comments] https://www.reddit.com/r/FlutterDev/comments/1fu92yk/flutter_gemini_nano/

🔷 Do you have insights and experience in Flutter that you want to share with an eager audience? 🔷

🇮🇹 The Italian Flutter Conference for developers community it's here! 🍕

✍ Submit a paper to 2025 edition: https://lnkd.in/dhBnN-yP

We're excited to build the best Flutter Heroes agenda EVER. 🚀

Eii Flutter Heroes,
we're back from our social media nap - is anyone still awake? 😴🚀

We worked a lot on droidcon Italy & AI Heroes, but now it's time for Flutter.
It's time to announce the start of the publication of Flutter Heroes 2024 talks on our YouTube channel! 📺

🔴 Starting today, every week, we’ll be sharing exclusive content and extraordinary insights from the top speakers of the Flutter Heroes community.💡

So let's start right away from the Welcome of Flutter Heroes 2024:
👇🏻Go and watch it now and don't miss the next talks that will come out👇🏻 https://youtu.be/BmSLmSx1wds

⏳The countdown to Flutter Heroes 2025 has begun!
✂️ 🎟️ Hurry, there are only 20 tickets available at a super discounted price that you can’t miss!

https://ticket.synesthesia.it/syx/FH2025/ 👈🏻

This special offer is dedicated to all you Flutter Heroes who believe in the event, who understand how important it is to meet in person, and who, even before seeing the agenda, already know we’ll surprise you! 🙏🏻

🚨 Attention Flutter Heroes!
The Call for Papers closes tomorrow, January 5th, at 00:00. 🕛

Don’t miss your chance to submit your talk and be part of an amazing agenda this year.
Bring your expertise, share your knowledge, and inspire the Flutter community! 🚀

👉 Submit now : https://flutterheroes.com/2025/join-us-as-a-speaker/

⏳ Final Countdown, Flutter Heroes!
Only a few hours left to submit your talk for Flutter Heroes 2024! 💬
👉 https://buff.ly/4gXVdtR 👈

This is your last chance to share your ideas, showcase your expertise, and be part of an unforgettable agenda. 🚀

The Call for Papers closes tonight at 00:00 sharp! 🕛

Learn various techniques to reduce your app footprint 🌱, save old devices ⚡️ and make users happier at the end of the day 😊

🟢 Let's start with the publication of the Flutter Heroes 2024 talks by the SNCF Connect guys:
“Green Coding in Flutter: Faster Apps, Lower Environmental Impact” https://youtu.be/yvvajLrlziw

Ready to make your Flutter apps accessible for everyone? ✅ 🌐

🟢 Watch: “How to Build Better Inclusive Apps: The Importance of Accessibility.”

👤 In this session, Alessandro D'Angelo (Android and Flutter developer, NTT DATA) covers:
• Europe’s new accessibility requirements and AA-grade compliance.
• Flutter’s built-in accessibility features and best practices.
• Widgets to use (and avoid) for inclusive design.
• Testing methods to ensure everyone can enjoy your apps. https://youtu.be/NYYsWiT6ckg

Last 5 Tickets at 99€ ⌛🎟️

This special offer is dedicated to all you Flutter Heroes who believe in the event, who understand how important it is to meet in person, and who, even before seeing the agenda, already know we’ll surprise you! 🙏🏻 https://ticket.synesthesia.it/syx/FH2025/

👥 Live on your device or live in person? The choice is yours! 💻

Whether you join us in person at UCI Cinema Torino or online from anywhere, you’ll dive into engaging talks, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities with leading Flutter experts.

🗓️ Mark your calendar, 12 March 2025, Turin!📍

Looking for ultra-smooth, responsive apps? Dive into the RenderObject, the “director” orchestrating layout, painting, and performance in Flutter.👌🏻

🟢 Watch: “Life cycle of a RenderObject - Craig Labenz”

👤 In this session, Craig Labenz (Developer Relations Engineer at Google) covers:
- From the Widget Tree to the Render Tree: Explore how Flutter transforms your widgets into actual rendering objects, handling layout, painting, and semantics.
- Key Lifecycle Phases: Dive into how and when the RenderObject is created, updated (hit testing, dispose, etc.), and how it interacts with the system.
- Optimization & Performance: Learn why understanding the RenderObject is crucial for building fluid apps, including the proper handling of repaint boundaries, GPU rendering, and more.




https://youtu.be/PONvNV3u1Wg

⚡Ready to transform your laggy Flutter UI into a buttery-smooth experience? Explore the power of DevTools now! 🚀

🟢 Watch “Debugging performance issues with the Flutter DevTools”

and learn how to:
• Identify and fix hidden bottlenecks using Flutter DevTools
• Optimize rendering by confining data updates and streamlining images
• Avoid blocking the UI thread and handle performance metrics effectively

👤 Alexandre Moureaux, App Performance Expert at Theodo Apps https://youtu.be/7i5YFxEZijo

❓First Speaker of 2025 Agenda is out on Flutter Heroes Website:

https://flutterheroes.com/2025/speakers/ 👈🏻

are you curious to see who he is? 🧐
Little clue, he did a talk in 2023 and it comes from NTT DATA Europe & Latam

Testing is often omitted because of lack of time or "higher priorities in the project". One of the frequent excuses is also "testing being too cumbersome and time-consuming".

It's not true anymore. ⏱️⚡

🟢 Watch “What’s Patrol and Why You Should Use It: Tests Without Hassle”

and learn how to:
• Streamline your golden, widget, and end-to-end tests
• Optimize developer experience with native automation and device farms
• Run tests smoothly on Firebase Test Lab

👤 Mateusz Wojtczak, Head of Mobile at LeanCode

https://youtu.be/v5j01RKAseM