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Learn how to fix the `sqflite` database locking issue in Flutter applications, especially when handling rapid data inserts from an EventChannel on Android.
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Resolving sqflite Database Lock Issues in Flutter: A Comprehensive Guide

If you are developing a Flutter application that integrates with native Android code and utilizing the sqflite database, you may have encountered a frustrating issue: database locking. This often results in a warning indicating that the database is locked, especially during rapid data transactions. This guide will guide you through understanding this issue and how to resolve it effectively.

Understanding the Problem

In this scenario, we have a Flutter module embedded within a native Android application. The Android application sends data to the Flutter module every 50 milliseconds through an EventChannel. This data is then inserted into an sqflite database from the Flutter side. However, when high-frequency data insertion occurs—especially during rapid button presses—they can lead to a database lock, resulting in errors such as:

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This issue often arises when database write operations are attempted concurrently or when there are transactions that have not yet completed.

Solution Overview

To address the database lock issue, we need to modify the way data is sent from the Android side. Instead of using Thread.sleep to control the data sending frequency, we can use a more efficient approach with a handler to post Runnable objects at regular intervals.

Step-by-Step Solution

Below are the specific steps to fix the locking issue in your code:

Replace Thread.sleep with Handler.postDelayed: Instead of pausing execution with Thread.sleep, we will utilize a Handler and Runnable to manage the timing of sending data.

Here’s the modified code:

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Explanation of the Code

Handler and Runnable: We are creating a Handler that schedules Runnable tasks on the main thread. The Runnable sends the data every 50 milliseconds (postDelayed).

Avoiding Sleeps: By not blocking the main thread with sleep, we allow the application to remain responsive and maintain a smoother control flow for data transmission.

Additional Considerations

Database Transactions: Ensure that each database operation is managed within a transaction effectively, and avoid simultaneous write attempts. Using the transaction object for operations will help maintain the integrity of the database.

Rate Limiting: Consider implementing rate limiting on the data insertion side if you continue to experience locks. This can be important when there are high volumes of data being processed.

Debugging: Always monitor your logs for warnings about database locks, and adjust your data processing logic accordingly to prevent stochastic lock issues.

Conclusion

Adjusting how data is handled between your native Android application and the embedded Flutter module can significantly mitigate database locking issues when using sqflite. By employing Handler and Runnable, we allow for efficient and non-blocking data transmissions, hence maintaining a smooth user experience.

Hopefully, this guide has helped you understand the underlying problems and provided a clear solution to the sqflite database locking issue in your Flutter applications. If you have further questions or other scenarios you're dealing with, feel free to reach out!