architecture-feature-first

Feature-first architecture structures a Flutter app by grouping all related code—UI, logic, and data—within a single directory for each feature. This layered approach enforces separation of concerns and ensures maintainability as your project scales.

Yes, the feature-first architecture is state management agnostic. It is fully compatible with various state management solutions, including Riverpod, Provider, and BLoC, allowing you to implement view models using your preferred library.

The best way to organize repositories and services in Flutter is through a layered architecture. This pattern separates the data layer (repositories and services) from the UI layer, guiding the implementation of data management within distinct feature directories.

To add a new feature, you create a new dedicated directory that encapsulates its UI, logic, and data layers. This feature-first organization isolates the new functionality, maintaining separation of concerns and keeping the codebase scalable.

You should use a layered architecture when starting a new Flutter project or adding complex features like user authentication. It establishes a foundational file and folder structure that separates UI, logic, and data, preventing code entanglement as the app grows.

Feature-first Flutter development supports dependency injection to manage the data layer and view models. While not strictly mandated, using dependency injection within this layered structure enhances separation of concerns and makes your features more testable.