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Discover how to effectively resolve the `getMessage` undefined error in your Flutter project by specifying the exception type.
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How to Fix the The method 'getMessage' isn't defined for the class 'Object' Error in Flutter

Developing applications with Flutter can sometimes lead to frustrating hurdles, one of which could be the error message: "The method 'getMessage' isn't defined for the class 'Object'". This error often indicates an issue with how exceptions are being handled within your code. In this guide, we will explore the cause of this error and provide a detailed solution to help you move forward smoothly.

Understanding the Error

You may encounter this error when you are attempting to call a method on an exception, but the Dart runtime identifies the exception as a generic Object. Let’s look at the relevant part of the code that usually triggers this error:

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In this instance, it is likely that the e object, which is assumed to be of type APIConnexionException, is actually being treated as a generic Object. Consequently, Dart cannot find the getMessage() method, leading to the aforementioned error.

Analyzing the Root Cause

The reason for this behavior is that you are catching all exceptions using a general catch statement. When using such a broad catch, Dart does not recognize the specific type of exception you threw (i.e., APIConnexionException), and thus, it defaults to treating it as an Object. To resolve this issue, you'll need to specifically catch your custom exception instead.

Solution Steps

Here’s how to properly catch exceptions in your code:

Specify the Exception Type:
Modify your catch block to specifically handle the APIConnexionException. This ensures that the exception object e is recognized as an instance of your custom exception class, allowing you to call its methods.

Implement a Fallback Catch:
It is good practice to have a more general catch block to handle all other types of exceptions that might occur.

Updated Code Snippet

Here’s the revised version of your getTime method, which specifies the exception type:

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Key Changes Made:

Specific Catch for Custom Exception: By changing catch (e) to on APIConnexionException catch (e), you enable Dart to recognize that e is of type APIConnexionException, allowing access to its methods like getMessage().

Generic Catch Adjustment: The generic catch is left intact to handle any unforeseen errors.

Conclusion

By following the adjustments outlined above, you should be able to effectively resolve the The method 'getMessage' isn't defined for the class 'Object' error in your Flutter application. Remember, precise exception handling not only helps in debugging but also leads to cleaner and more maintainable code. Happy coding!