Overview
flutter_oss_manager is a Flutter package and command-line tool that automates the process of scanning project dependencies to generate comprehensive open-source license reports. It helps developers comply with licensing requirements by summarizing licenses from all third-party packages used in the app. The tool supports multiple platforms including Android, iOS, Web, macOS, Windows, and Linux, making it suitable for cross-platform projects. It integrates seamlessly via pub add and provides clear output for inclusion in documentation or legal compliance workflows.
Use cases
- Generating license reports for app submissions
- Ensuring compliance with open-source licenses
- Automating dependency license scanning
- Integrating into CI/CD pipelines
- Documenting third-party libraries in apps
- Supporting legal and audit requirements
Key features
- Scans all project dependencies
- Generates structured license summaries
- Supports multi-platform builds
- CLI integration for automation
- Output in readable formats
- Easy setup via pub add
Suitable for
- Developers building commercial Flutter apps
- Teams requiring legal compliance
- CI/CD pipeline integrations
- Open-source project maintainers
- Legal and compliance teams
Considerations
- Requires manual review of generated reports
- May need configuration for private or custom repositories
- Output format may require post-processing
- Not a substitute for legal advice
- Depends on accurate dependency metadata
- Limited to declared dependencies in pubspec.yaml