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Converting JSON of Maps to List<Object> in Flutter: A Step-by-step Guide

Dealing with JSON data can sometimes be cumbersome, especially when you're working with Flutter and Dart. One common challenge developers face is converting JSON of maps into a list of objects. In this guide, we will tackle the specific issue of parsing JSON data into a List<Object> in Flutter. We will also explore a solution for an error that often arises during this process.

The Problem: JSON Parsing Error

Imagine you have a JSON response that looks somewhat like this:

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You might attempt to parse this JSON into a list of Employee objects using the following code snippet:

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However, you encounter the following error message:

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This issue can be frustrating, but luckily, there's a straightforward solution to convert JSON maps into a list of objects correctly.

The Solution: Correctly Parsing the JSON

The key to avoiding the error lies in how you handle response.data. In many cases, the response.data is already in list form, meaning there's no need to decode it again. Therefore, you can directly cast it to a List. Here’s how to do it:

Step-by-Step Instructions

Remove jsonDecode: Since response.data is already a list, we should skip decoding it again.

Cast Directly to List: Cast response.data to List and map each element to an Employee object using the fromJson constructor.

Here's the revised code snippet:

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Why This Works

Avoid Redundant Decoding: By skipping the unnecessary call to jsonDecode, you prevent errors related to type conversion. Since Flutter's networking libraries often return parsed JSON data directly, this method is more efficient.

Type Safety: Directly casting to a List allows you to maintain type safety and avoid runtime exceptions stemming from incorrect type assumptions.

Conclusion

In summary, converting JSON maps to a List<Object> in Flutter can lead to confusion, particularly with type errors. By understanding how your JSON response is structured and avoiding unnecessary use of decoding, you can efficiently parse your JSON data into a list of objects without running into type issues.

If you ever encounter similar problems while working with JSON in Flutter, remember this approach, and you should be good to go! Happy coding!