Flutter Connection 2024 - Masahiro Aoki - Shorebird: My Journey with Code Push
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In this session, I will delve into Shorebird, the eagerly awaited solution that enables instant code updates, also known as Code Push, for Flutter developers. Traditionally, app updates required going through the App Store or Google Play processes. However, with Shorebird, We can now deploy updates directly to end-users' devices instantaneously for Dart-written apps. This session will focus on the fundamentals of Shorebird, the workflow of code push, the patching process, and the advantages and future roadmap of Shorebird in Flutter app development.
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Session Details
What is Shorebird?,
• Introduction to Shorebird, outlining what it is and its capabilities as an instant update (Code Push) tool for Flutter apps.
• Explanation of how Shorebird enables us to provide instant updates for Flutter applications.,
How Does Code Push Work?,
• Overview of the process where apps integrated with Shorebird check for Dart code updates on startup, download updates if available, and apply them for the next app restart.
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Workflow and Patching,
• A demonstration of the steps I take to create a new release with the Shorebird CLI, apply changes to Dart code, and deploy these changes as patches directly to users.
• Discussion on the types of changes that can be included in a patch and the current limitations.,
Use Cases for Shorebird,
• Practical examples of how I have utilized Shorebird for critical bug fixes, rapid distribution of new features, and updating dependencies.
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FAQs and Future Plans,
• Answers to common questions about Shorebird based on my experience and a glimpse into its future developments.,
Target Audience,
• Developers already using Flutter for app development.
• Developers interested in instant update capabilities.
• Developers looking to streamline their app release and update processes.
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