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Introduction to Cross-Platform Development with Flutter & React Native Training Course

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9/10

Duration

1 Day

Course Overview

This course provides an introduction to cross-platform mobile development using Flutter and React Native. Participants will explore the advantages and challenges of building apps with a single codebase for both iOS and Android. The session will cover the key differences between Flutter and React Native, helping developers choose the best framework for their projects. By the end of the course, participants will have a foundational understanding of both frameworks and be able to set up development environments for building cross-platform apps.

Format of Training

  • Instructor-led sessions
  • Hands-on lab exercises
  • Interactive discussions
  • Practical coding demonstrations

Course Objectives

  1. Understand the concept of cross-platform mobile development.
  2. Compare Flutter and React Native and determine their best use cases.
  3. Set up development environments for Flutter and React Native.
  4. Create a basic cross-platform mobile app in both frameworks.
  5. Understand performance considerations when building cross-platform apps.
  6. Explore the widget-based approach in Flutter and the component-based approach in React Native.
  7. Identify key libraries and tools used in both frameworks.

Prerequisites

  • Basic programming knowledge (JavaScript or Dart preferred).
  • Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts.
  • No prior experience with Flutter or React Native required.
  • A system with Flutter SDK and React Native CLI installed is recommended.
Course Outline

Day 1

Session 1: Introduction to Cross-Platform Development

  • What is cross-platform development, and why use it?
  • Advantages and challenges of cross-platform vs. native development.
  • Overview of Flutter and React Native as leading frameworks.

Session 2: Key Differences Between Flutter & React Native

  • Language comparison: Dart vs. JavaScript.
  • Rendering engines: Skia (Flutter) vs. Native Components (React Native).
  • Performance considerations for both frameworks.
  • Ecosystem and community support.

Session 3: Setting Up Development Environments

  • Installing Flutter SDK and React Native CLI.
  • Setting up Android Studio, Xcode, and VS Code.
  • Running a Hello World app in both frameworks.

Session 4: Building a Basic Cross-Platform UI

  • Introduction to Flutter’s widget tree.
  • Understanding React Native’s component structure.
  • Implementing a basic UI with buttons and text in both frameworks.

Bespoke Option

We are open to customizing this program to align with your specific learning objectives. If your team has particular goals or areas they wish to focus on, we would be happy to tailor the course outline to meet those needs and ensure the program supports the achievement of your desired outcomes.

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