How do I solve version conflicts of packages for different flutter versions?
When integrating the likeminds_chat_flutter_core SDK into your Flutter project, you might encounter package version conflicts, particularly with dependencies like extended_text_field, file_picker, and js. These conflicts often arise due to compatibility issues between specific package versions and the Flutter SDK version you're using.
To address these conflicts, you can utilize the dependency_overrides section in your pubspec_overrides.yaml file. This allows you to specify exact versions of dependencies, ensuring compatibility with your Flutter SDK version.
Recommended Dependency Overrides
Below is a table outlining the recommended versions of extended_text_field, file_picker, and js for various Flutter SDK versions:
| Flutter SDK Version Range | extended_text_field | file_picker | js |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.19.0 ≤ version < 3.22.0 | ^14.0.0 | 8.0.4 | |
| 3.22.0 ≤ version < 3.24.0 | ^15.0.0 | ^0.7.1 | |
| 3.24.0 ≤ version < 3.29.3 | ^16.0.0 | ^0.7.1 |
Note: The file_picker package is only required for Flutter versions between 3.19.0 and 3.22.0.
Implementing Dependency Overrides
To apply these overrides, add the following to your pubspec_overrides.yaml file, adjusting the versions based on your Flutter SDK version:
For Flutter 3.19.0 ≤ version < 3.22.0:
dependency_overrides:
extended_text_field: ^14.0.0
file_picker: 8.0.4
For Flutter 3.22.0 ≤ version < 3.24.0:
dependency_overrides:
extended_text_field: ^15.0.0
js: ^0.7.1
For Flutter 3.24.0 ≤ version < 3.29.3:
dependency_overrides:
extended_text_field: ^16.0.0
js: ^0.7.1
Important: Ensure that the pubspec_overrides.yaml file is located at the root of your Flutter project, alongside the pubspec.yaml file.
Additional Resources
For more information on the extended_text_field package and its compatibility with different Flutter versions, refer to the official documentation:
By aligning your dependency versions with your Flutter SDK version, you can mitigate compatibility issues and ensure a smoother development experience with the likeminds_chat_flutter_core SDK.