Dart Macros — Compile-time Code Generation Without Build Runner

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Learn how to use Dart Macros for compile-time code generation without Build Runner, streamlining your development process in Dart 3.4 and Flutter 3.22.

intermediate Published 29 Apr 2026
Action Steps
  1. Install Dart 3.4 or later to access the experimental Dart Macros feature
  2. Use the `@jsonSerializable` annotation to auto-generate `fromJson` and `toJson` methods
  3. Apply the `@immutable` annotation to generate `copyWith` methods
  4. Utilize the `@equatable` annotation to generate equality checks
  5. Experiment with different annotations to explore their capabilities and limitations
Who Needs to Know This

Developers working with Dart and Flutter can benefit from using Dart Macros to automate repetitive coding tasks, improving productivity and reducing errors.

Key Insight

💡 Dart Macros enable compile-time code generation, allowing for automated creation of boilerplate code such as serialization and equality checks.

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