### Electron Project Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Install the flutter-skill-electron npm package and start the FlutterSkillBridge with the main window.
```bash
npm install flutter-skill-electron
```
```js
const { FlutterSkillBridge } = require('flutter-skill-electron');
FlutterSkillBridge.start(mainWindow);
```
--------------------------------
### Clone and Run Project
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md
Clone the repository, install dependencies, and run the server. This is the initial setup for development.
```bash
git clone https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill
cd flutter-skill
dart pub get
dart run bin/flutter_skill.dart server
```
--------------------------------
### React Native Project Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Install the flutter-skill-react-native npm package and start the FlutterSkill instance.
```bash
npm install flutter-skill-react-native
```
```js
import FlutterSkill from 'flutter-skill-react-native';
FlutterSkill.start();
```
--------------------------------
### Perform Setup or Launch with CLI
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md
Use the flutter_skill setup command for automatic project configuration or the launch command to start the app, which also includes automatic setup.
```bash
# Automatic setup
flutter_skill setup
# Or launch (automatically runs setup)
flutter_skill launch . -d device_id
```
--------------------------------
### Run Automated Demo
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/examples/demo_indicators/README.md
Execute the demo app and guide using separate terminal commands. Recommended for a quick start.
```bash
# 1. Start the demo app
cd /Users/cw/development/flutter-skill
flutter run examples/demo_indicators/test_indicators_demo.dart -d "iPhone 16 Pro"
# 2. In another terminal, run the demo guide
node examples/demo_indicators/run_demo.js
# 3. Follow the instructions and copy commands to Claude/Cursor
```
--------------------------------
### Setup and Run TestChat Server (Python)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/SocketRocket/README.md
Set up the virtual environment, install dependencies, and run the Python-based chatroom server for the TestChat demo application.
```bash
source .env/bin/activate
pip install git+https://github.com/tornadoweb/tornado.git
```
```bash
python TestChatServer/py/chatroom.py
```
--------------------------------
### Run flutter-skill server after global install
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/skills-submission/flutter-skill/SKILL.md
Configure and run the flutter-skill server using the globally installed package. This JSON configuration specifies the command and arguments to start the server.
```json
{
"mcpServers": {
"flutter-skill": {
"command": "flutter_skill",
"args": ["server"]
}
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### CI/CD Pipeline Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/CLI_CLIENT.md
A bash script demonstrating a CI/CD pipeline that starts a serve instance, runs a test sequence including snapshotting and screenshotting, and then cleans up.
```bash
#!/bin/bash
set -e
# Start serve in background
flutter-skill serve https://staging.example.com &
sleep 3
# Run test sequence
flutter-skill snap
flutter-skill tap "Get Started"
flutter-skill wait 1000
flutter-skill screenshot /tmp/ci-test.jpg
flutter-skill title
# Cleanup
kill %1
```
--------------------------------
### Install Flutter Skill Feature
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/packaging/devcontainer-feature/src/flutter-skill/README.md
Example of how to include the flutter-skill feature in a devcontainer configuration.
```json
{
"features": {
"ghcr.io/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/flutter-skill:latest": {}
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### Example Release Script Execution
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/CLAUDE.md
Example of how to execute the release script with a version number and a brief description.
```bash
Example:
./scripts/release.sh 0.9.9 "C++ desktop automation SDK"
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill using npx
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/skills-submission/flutter-skill/SKILL.md
Use this command to install and run the flutter-skill command-line interface. This is the recommended installation method.
```json
{
"mcpServers": {
"flutter-skill": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["flutter-skill"]
}
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### Android (Kotlin) Project Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Add the flutter-skill Android Gradle dependency and start the FlutterSkillBridge.
```kotlin
implementation("com.flutterskill:flutter-skill:0.8.0")
FlutterSkillBridge.start(this)
```
--------------------------------
### iOS (Swift) Project Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Integrate FlutterSkillSDK via Swift Package Manager, start the FlutterSkillBridge, and add a flutterSkillId to a Text widget.
```swift
// Swift Package Manager: FlutterSkillSDK
import FlutterSkill
FlutterSkillBridge.shared.start()
Text("Hello").flutterSkillId("greeting")
```
--------------------------------
### Clone and Run Flutter Skill Project
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Clone the repository, install dependencies, and start the MCP server to use the flutter-skill project.
```bash
git clone https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill
cd flutter-skill
dart pub get
dart run bin/flutter_skill.dart server # Start MCP server
```
--------------------------------
### Example Executable Build Configuration
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/cpp/CMakeLists.txt
Configures the build of an example bridge server executable if the BUILD_EXAMPLE option is enabled.
```cmake
option(BUILD_EXAMPLE "Build the example bridge server" ON)
if(BUILD_EXAMPLE)
add_executable(flutter_skill_bridge examples/main.cpp)
target_link_libraries(flutter_skill_bridge PRIVATE flutter_skill)
endif()
```
--------------------------------
### Autoconf Build and Install
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/libevent/README.md
Standard procedure for building and installing Libevent using Autoconf. Run 'make verify' for optional testing.
```bash
$ ./configure
$ make
$ make verify # (optional)
$ sudo make install
```
--------------------------------
### Start OpenClaw Serve Mode
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/IDE_SETUP.md
Start the flutter-skill HTTP serve instance for standalone browser automation.
```bash
flutter-skill serve https://your-app.com
```
--------------------------------
### Autoconf Build and Install (In Depth)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/libevent/README.md
Detailed instructions for building and installing Libevent with Autoconf. Includes running regression tests and enabling debug tracing.
```bash
$ ./configure && make
```
```bash
$ make verify
```
```bash
$ make install
```
```bash
$ CFLAGS=-DUSE_DEBUG ./configure [...]
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill via Scoop
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Install flutter-skill using the Scoop package manager on Windows.
```bash
scoop install flutter-skill
```
--------------------------------
### Continue.dev IDE Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Configuration snippet for integrating flutter-skill with Continue.dev. Add this to your `.continue/config.json` file.
```json
{
"models": [
{
"title": "flutter-skill",
"provider": "flutter-skill",
"serve_url": "http://localhost:3000"
}
]
}
```
--------------------------------
### Install and Run flutter-skill Server on Android
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Install the flutter-skill CLI globally and run the server command for Android development.
```bash
npm install -g flutter-skill
# Add sdks/android to your Gradle project
# Run your app on emulator
flutter-skill server
```
--------------------------------
### Install and Run flutter-skill Server on iOS
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Install the flutter-skill CLI globally and run the server command for iOS development.
```bash
npm install -g flutter-skill
# Add sdks/ios to your Xcode project
# Run your app on simulator
flutter-skill server
```
--------------------------------
### Install Flutter Skill
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/continue-dev.md
Install Flutter Skill globally using npm, Homebrew, or pub.dev.
```bash
# Via npm
npm install -g @anthropic/flutter-skill
```
```bash
# Via Homebrew
brew install ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/flutter-skill
```
```bash
# Via pub.dev
dart pub global activate flutter_skill
```
--------------------------------
### Configure CI for Tests
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/python/README.md
Example GitHub Actions workflow snippet for setting up CI to run pytest tests. It includes steps to install flutter-skill and execute pytest.
```yaml
# .github/workflows/test.yml
- name: Install flutter-skill
run: dart pub global activate flutter_skill
- name: Run tests
run: pytest tests/ -v
```
--------------------------------
### Build Plugin from ZIP
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/intellij-plugin/README.md
Build the plugin locally and install it from the generated ZIP file.
```bash
./gradlew buildPlugin
# Install from build/distributions/flutter-skill-intellij-*.zip
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill CLI
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Use this command to install the flutter-skill command-line interface globally. This is the first step to using the tool.
```bash
$ npm install -g flutter-skill
```
--------------------------------
### Install and Initialize Flutter Skill
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/USAGE_GUIDE.md
Install the flutter-skill package globally and initialize it within your application directory. This prepares your app for AI interaction.
```bash
# 1. Install
npm install -g flutter-skill
# 2. Init your project (auto-detects framework & patches your app)
cd your-app/
flutter-skill init
```
--------------------------------
### MCP Configuration Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/packaging/homebrew/README.md
A sample JSON configuration for the MCP server, specifying the command to execute.
```json
{
"flutter-skill": {
"command": "flutter-skill"
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### Troubleshooting: Claude Code Priority Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/USAGE_GUIDE.md
To configure priority rules for Claude Code, run the setup command.
```bash
flutter_skill setup
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill Electron SDK
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/electron/README.md
Install the SDK using npm. This command is used to add the package to your project dependencies.
```bash
npm install flutter-skill-electron
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill CLI
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Install the flutter-skill command-line interface globally using npm. This is the first step to integrate flutter-skill with your projects.
```bash
npm install -g flutter-skill
```
--------------------------------
### Start flutter-skill Server
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/android/README.md
Start the flutter-skill server from your host machine. The server will automatically discover and connect to your running Android app.
```bash
flutter_skill server
```
--------------------------------
### Quick Start: Auto-launch Chrome with flutter-skill
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Automatically launches Chrome, opens a specified URL, and starts the MCP server. Useful for quick testing and development.
```bash
flutter-skill serve https://your-app.com --port=3000
```
--------------------------------
### Smart Screenshot Configuration
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ROADMAP.md
Example of configuring smart screenshot optimization with a specific quality preset.
```javascript
screenshot({ quality: "ai" })
```
--------------------------------
### VSCode HTML Component Examples
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ui/UI_UX_DESIGN_GUIDE.md
Provides examples of common UI components using VSCode's custom HTML elements.
```html
Launch App
```
```html
Connected
```
```html
```
--------------------------------
### Install and Use flutter-skill via Homebrew
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/packaging/homebrew/README.md
Commands for users to add the custom Homebrew tap, install the flutter-skill package, and run the tool.
```bash
# Add the tap
brew tap ai-dashboad/flutter-skill
# Install
brew install flutter-skill
# Use
flutter-skill --help
flutter-skill # Start MCP server
```
--------------------------------
### OpenClaw CLI Client Commands
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/IDE_SETUP.md
Example CLI commands for interacting with a running OpenClaw serve instance.
```bash
flutter-skill nav https://your-app.com/login
```
```bash
flutter-skill snap
```
```bash
flutter-skill tap "Login"
```
```bash
flutter-skill type "user@example.com"
```
```bash
flutter-skill screenshot /tmp/login.jpg
```
--------------------------------
### Serve Startup Options
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/CLI_CLIENT.md
Configure the serve instance with specific port and host options during startup.
```bash
flutter-skill serve https://your-app.com --port=8080 --host=0.0.0.0
```
--------------------------------
### Install Chrome for Testing (CfT) for macOS ARM64
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Installs a specific Chrome for Testing build for macOS ARM64 architecture using npx. Useful for M1/M2 Macs in CI/CD.
```bash
npx @anthropic-ai/cft install --platform=mac-arm64
```
--------------------------------
### Get Folly Scratch Install Directory
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Retrieve the default scratch install directory used by getdeps.py. This directory contains build artifacts.
```bash
python3 ./build/fbcode_builder/getdeps.py show-inst-dir
```
--------------------------------
### Printf Formatting Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/fmt/README.rst
Shows the conciseness of printf for formatting floating-point numbers with specific precision.
```c
printf("%.2f\n", 1.23456);
```
--------------------------------
### Install Chrome for Testing (CfT) via npx
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Installs the Chrome for Testing (CfT) build using npm package manager. Recommended for CI/CD environments for isolated testing.
```bash
npx @anthropic-ai/cft install
```
--------------------------------
### Install Folly from Main Branch on Windows using Vcpkg
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Use Vcpkg to install Folly from the main branch for 64-bit Windows. This command builds against the latest development version.
```bash
vcpkg install folly:x64-windows --head
```
--------------------------------
### Smart Multi-App Selection Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/SMART_DISCOVERY.md
Provides a practical example of the smart multi-app selection feature. It shows how 'flutter_skill inspect' automatically selects the correct app based on directory match and device, even when multiple apps are running in different or same projects.
```bash
# Running 3 apps in different projects
# - /Users/cw/project-a (iOS, PID 1000)
# - /Users/cw/project-b (Android, PID 1001)
# - /Users/cw/project-a (Android, PID 1002)
cd /Users/cw/project-a
flutter_skill inspect
# โ
Auto-selected: PID 1000 (exact match, most recent iOS)
cd /Users/cw/project-b
flutter_skill inspect
# โ
Auto-selected: PID 1001 (exact match)
cd /Users/cw/project-a
flutter_skill inspect -d android
# โ
Auto-selected: PID 1002 (exact match + device filter)
```
--------------------------------
### Cursor IDE Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Configuration snippet for integrating flutter-skill with Cursor IDE. Add this to your `.cursor/mcp.json` file.
```json
{
"mcp_config": {
"provider": "flutter-skill",
"serve_url": "http://localhost:3000"
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### Proactive Diagnostic Workflow
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/test_auto_fix.md
Example workflow for testing a Flutter app using diagnose_project and launch_app for proactive setup.
```text
1. diagnose_project(project_path: ".")
2. If issues found โ already fixed (auto_fix: true by default)
3. launch_app(project_path: ".", device_id: "xxx")
4. Test the app...
```
--------------------------------
### Run flutter-skill Demo
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/USAGE_GUIDE.md
Launches a built-in demo application to explore all features of flutter-skill without any setup.
```bash
flutter-skill demo
```
--------------------------------
### Launch Flutter App with Auto-Setup
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/CLAUDE.md
Launch a Flutter project with automatic setup, which includes adding dependencies and patching the main.dart file. Provide the path to your Flutter project.
```bash
# Launch a Flutter app with auto-setup (adds dependency + patches main.dart)
flutter_skill launch /path/to/flutter_project
```
--------------------------------
### Iostreams Formatting Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/fmt/README.rst
Demonstrates the verbosity of iostreams for formatting floating-point numbers with specific precision and style.
```c++
std::cout << std::setprecision(2) << std::fixed << 1.23456 << "\n";
```
--------------------------------
### Get Flutter Skill Server Status Output (Human)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/cli-server-commands.md
Example of human-readable output for the `flutter_skill server status` command, showing server details.
```text
Server: myapp
Status : running
Port : 52341
PID : 84921
Project : /Users/you/projects/myapp
Device : iPhone 16 Pro
URI : ws://127.0.0.1:50000/ws
Started : 2026-04-01 10:30:00.000
```
--------------------------------
### Get Flutter Skill Server Status Output (JSON)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/cli-server-commands.md
Example of JSON output for the `flutter_skill server status` command, providing structured server information.
```json
{
"id": "myapp",
"port": 52341,
"pid": 84921,
"projectPath": "/Users/you/projects/myapp",
"deviceId": "iPhone 16 Pro",
"vmServiceUri": "ws://127.0.0.1:50000/ws",
"startedAt": "2026-04-01T10:30:00.000Z",
"alive": true
}
```
--------------------------------
### Zero-Config WebMCP Server
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Start a zero-configuration WebMCP server to make any website testable. Provide the URL of the website.
```bash
# ๐ Zero-config WebMCP server โ any website becomes testable
flutter-skill serve https://my-app.com
```
--------------------------------
### Correct VM Service URI Formats
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/FLUTTER_3X_FIX.md
These examples show the correct formats for VM Service URIs that flutter-skill can connect to. They typically start with http:// or ws:// and are associated with the VM Service listening message.
```string
http://127.0.0.1:50000/xxxx=/
ws://127.0.0.1:50000/xxxx=/ws
```
--------------------------------
### IntelliJ UI DSL Panel Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ui/UI_UX_DESIGN_GUIDE.md
Demonstrates creating a status panel with icons and labels using IntelliJ's UI DSL.
```kotlin
// Status Panel
panel {
row {
icon(AllIcons.Debugger.ThreadAtBreakpoint)
label("Connected").apply {
foreground = FlutterSkillColors.success
}
}
row {
icon(AllIcons.General.Information)
label("iPhone 16 Pro")
}
}
```
--------------------------------
### Install pytest-flutter-skill
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/python/README.md
Install the pytest plugin using pip. Ensure flutter_skill is also installed and accessible.
```bash
pip install pytest-flutter-skill
```
--------------------------------
### Recommended Workflow for UI Automation
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/FLUTTER_3X_COMPATIBILITY.md
This workflow demonstrates launching an app with VM Service enabled and then using Flutter Skill MCP tools for UI automation tasks.
```bash
# 1. Launch with VM Service
flutter_skill launch . --extra-args="--vm-service-port=50000"
# 2. Use Flutter Skill MCP tools
insp
```
--------------------------------
### Install Folly on macOS using Homebrew
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Use Homebrew to install Folly on macOS. This command installs the latest release.
```bash
brew install folly
```
--------------------------------
### Create and Set Up Homebrew Tap
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/packaging/homebrew/README.md
Use these commands to create a new Homebrew tap repository, clone it, add the formula, commit changes, and push to GitHub.
```bash
gh repo create ai-dashboad/homebrew-flutter-skill --public --description "Homebrew tap for flutter-skill"
git clone https://github.com/ai-dashboad/homebrew-flutter-skill.git
cp flutter-skill.rb homebrew-skill/Formula/
cd homebrew-skill
git add . && git commit -m "Add flutter-skill formula"
git push
```
--------------------------------
### Build and Run Plugin Locally
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/intellij-plugin/README.md
Commands to build the plugin, run it in a sandbox IDE, and publish it to the marketplace.
```bash
# Build plugin
./gradlew buildPlugin
# Run in sandbox IDE
./gradlew runIde
# Publish to marketplace
./gradlew publishPlugin
```
--------------------------------
### Install Folly on Windows using Vcpkg
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Use Vcpkg to install Folly for 64-bit Windows. This command installs the latest release.
```bash
vcpkg install folly:x64-windows
```
--------------------------------
### Run TestChat Server (Go)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/SocketRocket/README.md
Navigate to the Go chatroom server directory and run the Go implementation of the chatroom server.
```bash
cd TestChatServer/go
go run chatroom.go
```
--------------------------------
### Install flutter-skill React Native SDK
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/react-native/README.md
Install the SDK and its dependencies using npm or yarn. For iOS, ensure native pods are installed.
```bash
npm install flutter-skill-react-native react-native-tcp-socket
# or
yarn add flutter-skill-react-native react-native-tcp-socket
```
```bash
cd ios && pod install
```
--------------------------------
### Install MacPorts Dependencies for Folly
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Install essential packages required for building Folly using MacPorts. Ensure all listed dependencies are installed before proceeding.
```bash
sudo port install \
boost \
cmake \
gflags \
git \
google-glog \
libevent \
libtool \
lz4 \
lzma \
openssl \
snappy \
xz \
zlib
```
--------------------------------
### Dry Run System Dependency Installation
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Preview the system dependencies that getdeps.py would install without actually performing the installation. Useful for verification.
```bash
./build/fbcode_builder/getdeps.py install-system-deps --dry-run --recursive
```
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### Start VSCode Debugging Session
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/PLUGIN_TESTING_GUIDE.md
Start a debugging session for your VSCode extension by pressing F5 or selecting 'Run > Start Debugging'. Choose the 'Run Extension' configuration.
```bash
# In VSCode:
# Press F5 or Click Run > Start Debugging
# Select "Run Extension" configuration
```
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### Install SocketRocket with Carthage
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/SocketRocket/README.md
Add this line to your Cartfile to install SocketRocket using Carthage.
```plaintext
github "facebook/SocketRocket"
```
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### Install SocketRocket with CocoaPods
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/SocketRocket/README.md
Add this line to your Podfile to install SocketRocket using CocoaPods.
```ruby
pod 'SocketRocket'
```
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### Serve a Website with flutter-skill
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/site/index.html
Automate any website by serving it with flutter-skill. This requires no code changes to the website itself. Run this command to start the server.
```bash
flutter-skill serve https://your-website.com
```
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### Install VSCode Extension Dependencies
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/PLUGIN_TESTING_GUIDE.md
Install the necessary Node.js dependencies for your VSCode extension.
```bash
cd vscode-extension
npm install
```
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### Core Testing Loop Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/skills-submission/flutter-skill/SKILL.md
Illustrates a typical testing workflow: launching an app, capturing a screenshot, inspecting elements, interacting with an element (tap or enter text), taking another screenshot, and verifying element presence.
```plaintext
launch_app(project_path: "/path/to/app")
โ screenshot()
โ inspect()
โ tap(key: "element_key") / enter_text(key: "field_key", text: "value")
โ screenshot()
โ verify with wait_for_element / get_text_value
```
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### Workflow 2: Quick Connection Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/AUTO_FIX_IMPROVEMENTS.md
This workflow illustrates a quick connection strategy. It attempts to auto-fix the project configuration and then scan for a running Flutter app.
```plaintext
User: "Connect to my running Flutter app"
Claude Code:
1. scan_and_connect(project_path: ".")
โ Auto-fixes config, then scans for running apps
2. If found โ connected!
3. If not found โ launch_app()
```
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### Install flutter-skill via Homebrew
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/README.md
Install flutter-skill using the Homebrew package manager on macOS or Linux.
```bash
brew install ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/flutter-skill
```
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### Semantic Element Discovery Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ROADMAP.md
Example of finding an element by its semantic role using the find function.
```javascript
find({ role: "submit_button" })
```
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### Install VSIX Extension in VSCode
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/PLUGIN_TESTING_GUIDE.md
Install a packaged .vsix file into your VSCode instance via the Extensions sidebar.
```bash
# In VSCode:
# 1. Extensions sidebar
# 2. Click "..." menu
# 3. Select "Install from VSIX..."
# 4. Select the generated .vsix file
```
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### Print Hello World
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/fmt/README.rst
Prints 'Hello, world!' to standard output using both Python-like and printf-style format strings.
```c++
fmt::print("Hello, {}!", "world"); // Python-like format string syntax
fmt::printf("Hello, %s!", "world"); // printf format string syntax
```
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### Start flutter-skill Bridge in C++ App
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/sdks/cpp/README.md
Initialize and start the flutter-skill bridge within your C++ application. Configure options like application name and port, then start the bridge. The bridge runs non-blockingly, and `wait()` can be used to block until the bridge is stopped.
```cpp
#include
int main() {
flutter_skill::BridgeOptions opts;
opts.app_name = "my-cpp-app";
opts.port = 18118; // default
flutter_skill::FlutterSkillBridge bridge(opts);
bridge.start(); // non-blocking
// ... your app code ...
bridge.wait(); // block until stopped
}
```
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### Install double-conversion on macOS using MacPorts
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/RCT-Folly/README.md
Clone, build, and install the double-conversion library. This is a prerequisite for building Folly with MacPorts.
```bash
git clone https://github.com/google/double-conversion.git
cd double-conversion
cmake -DBUILD_SHARED_LIBS=ON .
make
sudo make install
```
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### Manually Start and Connect to App
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/FLUTTER_3X_FIX.md
For advanced users, this involves manually running the Flutter app with the VM Service port specified and then connecting to it. This method requires more steps but offers granular control.
```bash
# 1. ๅฏๅจๅบ็จ๏ผ้ๆๅจๆๅฎ VM Service๏ผ
flutter run -d "iPhone 16 Pro" --vm-service-port=50000
# 2. ๅคๅถ่พๅบ็ VM Service URI๏ผไพๅฆ:
# The Dart VM service is listening on http://127.0.0.1:50000/xxxx=/
# 3. ่ฟๆฅ
connect_app(uri: "http://127.0.0.1:50000/xxxx=/")
```
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### Testing Workflow: Core Loop Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/skills/e2e-testing/SKILL.md
A concise representation of the core testing workflow, emphasizing the sequence of actions: screenshot, inspect, interact, and verify with a final screenshot. Includes a note on using wait_for_element after navigation.
```plaintext
screenshot() โ inspect_interactive() โ tap/enter_text โ screenshot() โ verify
```
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### Parallel Speed Boost Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/SMART_DISCOVERY.md
Compares the performance of the old sequential port checking method with the new parallel method, illustrating the significant speed improvement achieved through simultaneous port checks.
```bash
# OLD (sequential): Check 6 ports one by one
# Port 50000: timeout (500ms)
# Port 50001: timeout (500ms)
# Port 50002: found! (500ms)
# Total: 1500ms
# NEW (parallel): Check all 6 ports simultaneously
# Port 50002: found! (500ms)
# Other ports: cancelled
# Total: 500ms (3x faster!)
```
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### Launch Flutter App and Attach Skill Server (In-Process)
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/cli-server-commands.md
Launches a Flutter application and attaches a skill server to it. The server runs within the same process as the Flutter app. Specify the project path and a server ID.
```bash
flutter_skill launch . --id=myapp
```
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### Package VSCode Extension
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/PLUGIN_TESTING_GUIDE.md
Package your VSCode extension into a .vsix file for local installation. Ensure you have vsce installed globally.
```bash
# cd vscode-extension
# Install vsce (if not installed)
npm install -g @vscode/vsce
# Package
vsce package
# Generates flutter-skill-0.4.1.vsix
```
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### Fuzzy Text Matching Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ROADMAP.md
Example of tapping an element using fuzzy text matching to accommodate variations in text.
```javascript
tap({ text: "Submit" })
```
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### Launch Flutter app with dart_defines, flavor, target, extra_args
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/packaging/npm/README.md
Use the `launch_app` tool to start a Flutter application with specific configurations like dart defines, flavor, target, and extra arguments.
```bash
`launch_app` | Launch Flutter app with dart_defines, flavor, target, extra_args
```
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### Markdown Test File Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/ROADMAP.md
Example of a human-readable markdown test file used for defining test cases and steps.
```markdown
# Login Flow
## Setup
- Launch app on device
## Test: Valid credentials
1. Enter "test@example.com" in email field
2. Enter "password123" in password field
3. Tap "Login"
4. Verify "Dashboard" appears
## Test: Empty password
1. Leave password empty
2. Tap "Login"
3. Verify "Password required" error appears
```
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### Example: Login Flow Automation
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/skills-submission/flutter-skill/SKILL.md
Automates a login process by launching the app, entering credentials into specified fields, tapping the login button, and waiting for the home screen to appear. Includes a screenshot after successful login.
```plaintext
launch_app(project_path: "/path/to/app")
screenshot()
inspect()
enter_text(key: "email_field", text: "user@example.com")
enter_text(key: "password_field", text: "password123")
tap(key: "login_button")
wait_for_element(key: "home_screen", timeout: 5000)
screenshot()
```
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### Install and Run React Native Test App
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/README.md
Installs dependencies and runs the React Native test application on Android or iOS.
```bash
npm install
npx react-native run-android # or run-ios
```
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### Custom Formatting Function Example
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/fmt/README.rst
Demonstrates how to create custom formatting functions similar to fmt::format and fmt::print that accept arbitrary arguments. This is useful for creating specialized reporting or logging functions.
```c++
void vreport_error(const char* format, fmt::format_args args) {
fmt::print("Error: ");
fmt::vprint(format, args);
}
template
void report_error(const char* format, const Args & ... args) {
vreport_error(format, fmt::make_format_args(args...));
}
report_error("file not found: {}", path);
```
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### Run Benchmark Speed Test
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/test/e2e/rn_test_app/ios/Pods/fmt/README.rst
Execute the speed test for the benchmark suite after setting up the repository.
```bash
$ make speed-test
```
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### Recommended Workflow for Mixed Usage
Source: https://github.com/ai-dashboad/flutter-skill/blob/main/docs/FLUTTER_3X_COMPATIBILITY.md
This workflow outlines using separate terminals for launching with VM Service, connecting Flutter Skill for UI, and using Dart MCP for monitoring.
```bash
# Terminal 1: Launch with VM Service
flutter run --vm-service-port=50000
# Terminal 2: Use Flutter Skill for UI
flutter_skill connect
flutter_skill tap "button"
# Terminal 3: Use Dart MCP for monitoring
# (automatically finds DTD URI)
mcp__dart__get_app_logs()
```