Overview
The async_queue package ensures that a series of asynchronous tasks are executed sequentially, one after another, maintaining order and preventing concurrency issues. It provides a simple queue mechanism for handling async operations in a controlled manner, ideal for scenarios where task dependency or execution order is critical. Built with Dart, it integrates seamlessly into Flutter projects across all major platforms. The package is lightweight and focused on reliability, making it suitable for background processing, API call sequencing, or any use case requiring ordered async execution.
Use cases
- Sequential API calls
- Background task processing
- Order-dependent operations
- State management with async actions
- Loading assets in sequence
Key features
- Guarantees sequential execution
- Simple queue interface
- Cross-platform support
- Lightweight and minimal dependencies
- Thread-safe operation
Suitable for
- Developers needing ordered async execution
- Apps with dependent async workflows
- Projects requiring predictable task scheduling
- Flutter apps targeting multiple platforms
- Teams prioritizing code simplicity
Considerations
- Not for parallel task execution
- Limited to single queue per instance
- Requires careful management of queue lifecycle
- Best suited for small to medium task batches
- Does not handle retry logic or error recovery