flutter_network_image

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A Flutter package that enhances image loading by automatically retrying failed network requests, ensuring reliable image display across mobile and web platforms. It extends the standard ImageProvider to handle transient network issues gracefully, improving user experience during unstable connections. The package is designed for seamless integration with existing Flutter apps and supports all major platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux. It simplifies handling of remote images without requiring custom retry logic.

Use cases

Loading images from unreliable networks
Improving UX during intermittent connectivity
Automating retries for failed image downloads
Supporting cross-platform image loading
Handling temporary server outages

Key features

Automatic retry mechanism
Cross-platform compatibility
Seamless integration with Image widget
Handles transient network failures
Extends ImageProvider interface

Suitable for

Apps with frequent network fluctuations
Image-heavy applications
Web and mobile apps needing robust image loading
Developers seeking minimal setup for image retries
Projects targeting multiple platforms

Considerations

May increase load time due to retries
Requires internet access to function
Not suitable for static or local images
Limited customization over retry logic
Dependent on underlying network stack performance

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flutter_network_image is a flutter package that provides an ImageProvider that automatically retries failed network image loads, ensuring smooth image loading on mobile and web platforms.

Example:

Image(
  image: NetworkImageProvider(
  'https://image.com/avatar.png',
  retryWhen: (Attempt attempt) => attempt.counter < 10,
),

LICENSE

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2023 Abdelouahed Medjoudja

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