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Changelog

Detailed log of all updates, improvements, and bug fixes for each version.

2.0.15-beta (12 Feb 2025)​

Added ✨​

  • Swipeable Stack Widget

    • Implement a Tinder-style swiping card effect.
    • Connect it to a list variable just like ListView for seamless integration.

  • Time Picker

    • Allow users to select specific times in your app.
    • Capture the selected time using ShowTimePicker and format it with .format().

Fixed 🩹​

  • Fixed an issue where text fields in the details panel didn’t accept input.
  • MacOS version now starts in full screen by default.
  • Adjusted iPhone 12 device frame size for correct display.
  • Other minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

2.0.14 (29 Jan 2025)​

Added ✨​

  • New Dashboard Design

    • Redesigned for a smoother and more intuitive experience.
    • Easily navigate between projects and workspaces.
    • Added a new Learning Resources section featuring guides, tutorials, and tips to help you build faster.

  • Intl Package for Date/Time Formatting

    • Nowa now supports the Intl package in Flutter for improved localization.
    • Format dates, times, and numbers based on locale preferences.
    • Easily adapt to region-specific date formats, timezones, currency, and pluralization rules.

Fixed 🩹​

  • Fixed a deployment issue for apps caused by an outdated package.

2.0.13-beta (4 Feb 2025)​

Added ✨​

  • Git Integration for Cloud Projects (Web & Windows)

    • Link your Nowa cloud projects to GitHub (or any Git service).
    • Push, pull, commit changes, and switch branches.
    • Connect local projects to cloud ones to enjoy both local hot-reload and cloud one-click deployment.

  • Media Picker

    • Implement a media picker in your app.
    • Upload media via API with encoding support.

  • Account Management

    • Change your name, profile picture, email, and password.
    • Option to delete your account if needed.

  • Package Management System

    • View all packages in your project.
    • Add, remove, and update package versions instantly.

Fixed 🩹​

  • Fixed an issue causing App Preview to break when using multiple global states.
  • Fixed Expansion Tile issues affecting UI behavior.
  • Other minor stability improvements and bug fixes.

2.0.11-beta (7 Jan 2025)​

Added ✨​

  • Expansion Tile Widget:
    Easily reveal or hide additional content by adding collapsible sections to your app. Ideal for creating organized and dynamic layouts. Learn more

  • Getters in the Hybrid Approach:
    Custom Getters allow you to write reusable logic in code and use it visually throughout your project.

  • TextField Theming:
    Simplify TextField styling by defining it once in your app theme. Each new TextField inherits the defined style automatically, streamlining UI consistency.

Fixed 🩹​

  • Fixed an issue where widgets were being wrongly displaced on the board.
  • Fixed the link menu not closing after an expression was chosen.
  • Fixed the details panel closing unexpectedly during parameter selection in circuits.
  • Resolved incorrect placement of positional arguments in certain configurations.

2.0.10-beta (16 Dec 2024)​

Added ✨​

  • Play Mode on the Board:
    Run your app directly from the board without entering file preview. Select a screen and click Play. If no screen is selected, the app starts from the Home screen.

  • Variables Panel on the Board:
    Create variables, parameters, and functions right from the board, eliminating the need to navigate into file preview.

  • Local Variables in Functions:
    Add scoped local variables inside functions. Right-click within Circuit and select “Create Local Variable” to create variables limited to that function.

  • Store Expression Results in Existing Variables:
    When using “Custom Expression” in Circuit, store the result in an existing variable. Simply choose “Pick Variable” next to “Store Results.”

  • Compute Option:
    Reintroducing the “Compute” feature from Version 1, enabling you to create a function to compute field values directly.

  • Flutter 3.27 Upgrade:
    Apps now run on the latest Flutter version, improving performance and stability.

Fixed 🩹​

  • Fixed deployment failures on Android caused by file conflicts.
  • Resolved “Screen or Component Not Found” errors caused by improper loading.
  • Fixed navigation issues with the Space key.
  • Arrow key shortcuts now function properly.
  • Fixed Shift key issues during multi-selection.
  • Widgets no longer disappear when placed on the board.
  • Fixed drag-and-drop functionality from outside the board.

2.0.8-beta (28 Nov 2024)​

Added ✨​

  • New Workflow: Simplified navigation and improved productivity with features like:

    • UI boards to organize all your UIs visually.
    • Focused file tabs for editing individual files.
    • Declaration chips for easy navigation between multiple widgets in a single file.
    • Isolated screen testing from the file preview.
    • A code preview panel with a declaration map for better code organization.

  • New File System: Manage your project more effectively with:

    • Navigation based on Dart files for structured workflows.
    • A file previewer that displays all Dart files in the project.
    • Dedicated sections for boards, Dart files, and assets for clear organization.

  • Custom Code Support: Write custom Flutter code anywhere in your project, including functions, widgets, and classes. Modify generated code with instant syncing in Nowa. Using Custom code Youtube Tutorial

  • Themes Management: Add and manage multiple themes with customizable colors and typography. Dynamically switch themes during runtime. Read more

  • Revamped Logic-Building Circuit: Create advanced flows with:

    • "Await" for asynchronous functions.
    • "Try-Catch" for handling errors in functions that may throw exceptions.

  • Advanced Expressions: Build complex Dart expressions visually or directly in the UI Designer and Circuit, including conditional, mathematical, null-aware, and boolean expressions.

  • Integrated Flutter Development: Sync changes seamlessly between Nowa and your local Flutter development environment.

  • Enhanced Widgets: Enjoy improved widget customization and functionality for a smoother design experience.

Improved 💪​

  • Generated Code Quality: Significant enhancements for cleaner, faster, and more maintainable Flutter code.
  • Performance: Optimized performance for smoother navigation and faster response times.

Fixed 🩹​

  • Various bug fixes reported during private testing.
  • Usability improvments.