Installing Flutter SDK
Installing Flutter SDK
About
- Flutter SDK contains tools to build Flutter apps
- Platform-specific installation required
- Includes Dart SDK, compilers, and tooling
- Verified through
flutter doctor
Main Topics
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System Requirements
- Definition: Hardware/OS prerequisites
- Example:
# Windows: # - Windows 10+ # - 1.64 GB disk space
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Download Methods
- Definition: Official distribution channels
- Example:
# Stable channel: git clone https://github.com/flutter/flutter.git -b stable
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Environment Setup
- Definition: PATH configuration
- Example:
# Add to PATH: export PATH="$PATH:`pwd`/flutter/bin"
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Flutter Doctor
- Definition: Diagnostic tool
- Example:
flutter doctor # Checks: # - Flutter # - Android/iOS tooling # - Connected devices
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Channel Management
- Definition: Release channels
- Example:
flutter channel stable flutter upgrade
How to Use
- Install: Follow platform guide
- Verify: Run flutter doctor
- Update: Regular upgrades
- Switch: Between channels
How It Works
- Download: SDK bundle
- Extract: Tools/binaries
- PATH: Make commands available
- Doctor: Validate setup
Example Installation:
# MacOS example:
brew install --cask flutter
flutter precache
flutter doctor
Conclusion
The Flutter SDK provides a complete toolchain for developing, testing, and deploying Flutter applications across all supported platforms. Proper installation and configuration through flutter doctor ensures a smooth development experience with access to Flutter’s full capabilities.