Flutter’s DataTable widget: A guide to displaying data

Flutter is a versatile framework originally designed for cross-platform mobile app development, specifically for Android and iOS, but it now supports the creation of native desktop applications for Linux, macOS, and Windows. One of its notable features is the DataTable widget, which allows developers to display data in a tabular format, offering more flexibility than native list views. This tutorial explores the principles and features of the DataTable widget, providing practical examples on creating, customizing, and enhancing tables. Through the use of Dart functions and widgets, developers can build interactive, user-friendly data tables that include sorting, selection, and the integration of other widgets like images. The guide also emphasizes the importance of separating application logic from layout code to maintain readability and manage complexity in larger projects. Although DataTable is effective for small datasets, the tutorial suggests using PaginatedDataTable for larger datasets and advises wrapping tables with SingleChildScrollView for better handling on smaller screens.