What are Packages and Plugins in Flutter?

 

  • Package: Reusable Dart code (e.g., http, provider)

  • Plugin: Package that also includes platform-specific code (e.g., camera, shared_preferences)

Install using:

flutter pub add http

Import and use:

import 'package:http/http.dart' as http;

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