The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Flutter Expert — Part 1: Getting Started in Tech
by Isaac Adariku (LinkedIn, Twitter, Website)
Tada! 🎉 Flutter is breaking the software development trends and generating so much buzz in the tech industry. As a Flutter developer or someone new to the tech industry, you may wonder how Flutter holds a future for you and how to plan your learning path effectively.
But Amigo! Before you start planning your learning journey, it’s important to determine your current position in the journey.
Do you fall into any of these categories or not sure at all?
- I think I am a Newbie to Tech. What should I learn? 🤔
- I am Thinking of Flutter. Should I? 🤔
- I think I am a Beginner Flutter Developer. What should I learn next?🤔
- I think I am an Intermediate Flutter Developer. What should I learn next?🤔
- I think I am an Advanced Flutter Developer. What should I learn next? 🤔
- I think I am a Flutter Expert. Is there anything new to learn or what next? 🤔
If the answer is YES! This article is for you 🥂
I will provide you with the ultimate Flutter Expert guide 🚀, which features the top resources to learn from. You don’t have to worry even if you’re new to tech the series of articles cater to everyone.
The most appealing aspect is that you can acquire all the necessary skills to become a Flutter Expert without spending any money! 🥶
The article has been divided into sections, each dedicated to a particular group of Flutter developers. The sequence of the sections starts from novice to professional. So, it is recommended that you start with the first section and proceed to the next one after mastering the previous one. Similarly, if you are an experienced Flutter developer, you may begin with any segment to refresh your skills 😎.
If you’re interested in a specific section, simply click on it, and you’ll be directed to that particular section:
- 👉🏾 Part1 — Getting Started in Tech (You are here)
- 👉🏾 Part2 — Thinking of Flutter
- 👉🏾 Part3 — Beginner Flutter developer guide to Expert
- 👉🏾 Part4 — Intermediate Flutter developer guide to Expert
- 👉🏾 Part5 — Advanced Flutter developer guide to Expert
- 👉🏾 Part6 — Flutter Expert to beyond
This section aims to provide guidance on commencing your journey in the tech industry, familiarize you with the tech world, and ultimately encourage you to initiate your learning path in tech.
So, let’s get started! 🚀
Getting Started in Tech
Welcome to the world of Tech! 🤩 It is a wonderful world full of opportunities and challenges.
Wait! Do you know you are not just getting started in Tech?
Yes, you are not! You are a Tech pro already because you are reading this article with a smartphone or a computer, which is a product of Tech 🤩. You are a Tech pro because you are interested in learning about Tech 🤓.
However, I understand that it can be intimidating to learn about tech at first, and it may appear as if I’m not being sincere. I can relate to this sentiment since I once found myself in the same situation 😩. When I was new to tech, I had no prior knowledge of programming, frameworks, or programming languages. I was uncertain about where to begin and what to study to enter the tech industry. But don’t worry, as you continue reading, I will provide you with the necessary resources and guidance to help you become a tech professional in no time. I’m here to assist you throughout your learning journey.
Now, let’s begin with some of the most crucial questions that you may have.
What is Tech?
Tech is a broad term that refers to the use of technology to solve problems. It is a term that includes programming, web development, mobile app development, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and many more.
What is Programming?
Programming is the process of instructing the computer to perform a specific task.
A Programmer will create a set of instructions and directs the computer on what to do.
What is a Programming Language?
A programming language is a set of words, symbols and codes that enables humans to communicate with computers.
These words, symbols and codes are all a set of instructions that a computer can understand and execute.
Watch this video below to see some visuals about programming language
What is a Framework?
A framework is a tool that helps you build applications faster and easier.
Just like a house’s foundation provides structure and support for the rest of the house, a framework provides structure and support for an application.
For example, imagine you are building a new house. The foundation provides the base for the house and determines the shape and size of the structure. It also supports the weight of the house and keeps it stable. Similarly, a framework provides the base for an application and determines the overall structure and organization of the app. It also handles many of the common tasks and functions that are required for the app to work properly.
An excellent example of a framework is Flutter, which provides a comprehensive suite of tools and resources essential for developing top-notch, feature-rich apps for multiple platforms such as iOS, Android, and many others.
What should I learn?
Now that you have a better understanding of what is Tech, you may be curious about what you should focus on learning. No need to worry, as I have got you covered. I will be sharing with you the strategy I have used to mentor and guide countless individuals towards becoming tech experts and professionals.
Let’s go! 🔥
What programming language to learn?
If you are thinking of learning the “best programming language” or the most popular programming language, you are on the right track. However, please don’t be discouraged as I inform you that there is no “best programming language” to learn. Because there are many programming languages and each has its pros and cons. Examples are Dart, Python, Swift, Kotlin, etc.
So, how do you know which programming language to learn? 😩 Don’t worry; I have got you covered. I will be sharing with you the programming language you were thinking about.
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I recommend you to learn Dart Language.
Let me share with you the reason why?
Dart is a programming language that is easy to learn and use. It is used to build apps which can run on iOS, Android, Windows, Linux, Mac, and many others. So if you learn Dart, you will not be limited to building for any device that has a screen. 🤩
That sounds great! 🤓 😀
Please allow me to anticipate some fundamental questions you may have and provide answers to them. 😃
Question: What can I build with Dart Language?
Answer: With Dart, you can build anything you want to build. You can build web apps, mobile apps, desktop apps, server apps, IoT apps, etc.
Question: What is the limit I can achieve using Dart Language?
Answer: No Limit! Dart is so powerful that you can create any app that solves problems or meet the needs of people in a specific domain, such as education, productivity, entertainment and many more. But all these needs high-quality, performant, and visually appealing apps which Dart can help you achieve.
Question: Will I be called a front-end or back-end developer?
Answer: With Dart, there are endless possibilities, because you can create anything you want. Such as mobile applications or web applications that solve problems or meet the needs of people in any field or industry. So don’t limit yourself to just front-end or back-end development. You can do both.
With all that said, let’s move on to the next question.
What framework should I learn?
Do I need to learn a framework? 🤔
Yes! It would help if you learn a framework 😁
Like the definition above, a framework is a tool that helps you build applications faster and easier, so you need to learn a framework. Furthermore, a framework contains a set of tools that provide a structure for building applications.
Using a framework will speed up your development workflow since it provides a foundation for the application and takes care of many common tasks that are required to build an app, rather than having to start from scratch and build everything from the ground up.
There are many frameworks out there and it specifically depends on the programming language that you are using. Examples of frameworks and their languages are Flutter (Dart), React (JavaScript), Angular (TypeScript), Vue (JavaScript), and many others.
Furthermore, I don’t want you to spend too much time pondering on this, as per my previous recommendation of a programming language, I strongly suggest that you consider learning Flutter.
The reason why?
Flutter is a framework that allows developers to build apps for iOS and Android, web browsers (Chrome, Safari, Mozilla) and desktop (Windows, MacOS, Linux) devices all from a single codebase (A single place). It was developed by Google and it uses the Dart Language, a programming language that is easy to learn and use.
If you are wondering why Flutter uses Dart language, watch this video below to get some more insight.
What next?
With the knowledge of what you should learn, it’s possible that you’re considering learning Flutter and wondering how to go about it. Fortunately, I have you covered in this regard, as this article has been structured in a way that allows you to easily navigate to the section that you are interested in.
The next section, Thinking of Flutter, will provide you with additional information on Flutter & Dart, why it’s essential to learn Flutter, ways you can learn both Flutter & Dart, as well as some resources that I have employed in mentoring and guiding numerous individuals to become proficient Flutter developers and experts.
Don’t be intimidated by the vast world of tech! It’s not necessary to learn every programming language and framework out there. Focus on learning the ones that align with your goals and aspirations. With access to the right resources and a commitment to learning, you can become a tech pro in a short time. Happy coding! 👩🏽💻🧑🏽💻
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