How to quickly generate some fake data when building Flutter UIs

The faker package lets you generate addresses, names, food, dates, sports... you name it! Here's how to use it. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/faker-package/

Created 3y | Sep 20, 2021, 4:21:33 PM


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