- 1 year ago
firebase_ml_vision breaks IOS build, fix for Windows machine
If the firebase_ml_vision
package is causing issues with iOS builds on a Windows machine, there are a few potential solutions you can try:
Install on macOS: The
firebase_ml_vision
package relies on native code and may require macOS to build successfully for iOS. If possible, consider using a macOS machine or a macOS virtual machine to build and package the iOS application.Use Cloud-based CI/CD: If you have access to cloud-based continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) services like Firebase App Distribution or GitHub Actions, you can leverage these services to build and distribute your iOS app without relying on a Windows machine.
Flutter on Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL): You can set up a Linux environment on your Windows machine using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and perform the iOS build from there. This way, you can leverage the Linux compatibility of Flutter and potentially resolve the issue with
firebase_ml_vision
. However, note that iOS builds within WSL may have limitations and require additional setup steps.Exclude
firebase_ml_vision
for iOS builds: If the use offirebase_ml_vision
is not crucial for iOS functionality in your app, you can exclude it specifically for iOS builds. In yourpubspec.yaml
file, you can modify the dependencies section as follows:yamldependencies:
firebase_ml_vision: # Exclude for iOS builds
platform: android
This modification ensures that the package is only included for Android builds and not for iOS builds.
Seek alternative solutions: If
firebase_ml_vision
is causing significant issues and cannot be easily resolved on a Windows machine, consider exploring alternative packages or libraries for the specific functionality you require. Look for other OCR (Optical Character Recognition) or image recognition solutions that are more compatible with Windows and Flutter on Windows.
Remember to check the official documentation, issue tracker, or support forums for the firebase_ml_vision
package to see if there are any known workarounds or updates related to Windows compatibility.