🔧 Best Way to Handle Complex Data in App State with Data Schema in FlutterFlow

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Hey FlutterFlow Developers! :waving_hand:

I wanted to share something that really helped me manage large-scale app state.

Recently, I started using Data Schema as a Data Type in App State Reference - and it’s been a game-changer, especially for storing complex data structures like authentication info.

:locked_with_key: My Use Case:

I created a User Data Schema with fields like uid, email, name, role, isPremium, etc., and set that schema as a custom type in the App State.
So after login, instead of setting multiple fields in app state, I just update one schema-based object, and access everything from there.

:white_check_mark: Benefits I Found:

  • Much cleaner than using separate app state variables
  • Easy to pass user data between pages and widgets
  • Feels more like handling a proper “object” in Flutter

:thought_balloon: Open Question:

Besides user authentication, how are you all using Data Schemas in App State?

  • Have you tried it for shopping carts, multi-step forms, or real-time updates?
  • Any limitations or best practices to keep in mind?

Would love to hear how you’re leveraging this underrated feature!
Let’s learn from each other’s use cases :blush: