My Flutter app continuously shows a loading spinner despite many attempts to fetch data via RapidAPI. The API call never completes and no error message is shown.
I’ve encountered similar issues before. One often overlooked aspect is network connectivity. Ensure your app has proper internet permissions and that you’re testing on a stable connection. Also, verify the API response format matches what your code expects. If using Dio for HTTP requests, enable logging to see the raw request/response data. This can provide valuable insights into what’s happening behind the scenes. Lastly, consider implementing a timeout for your API calls to prevent indefinite loading states.
hey mate, sounds frustrating! have u double-checked ur API key and endpoint URL? Sometimes those sneaky typos can cause endless loading. Also, try wrapping ur API call in a try-catch block to see if any errors are being swallowed. Good luck!
I’ve dealt with similar issues in my Flutter projects. One thing that often gets overlooked is rate limiting on the API side. RapidAPI can be quite strict with their limits, especially on free tiers. I’d suggest checking your RapidAPI dashboard to see if you’re hitting any usage caps. Another potential culprit could be CORS issues if you’re testing on web. Make sure your API key is correctly set in the headers of your request. If all else fails, try using a different HTTP client library like http package instead of Dio. Sometimes switching libraries can reveal hidden issues in your implementation. Keep at it, debugging API issues can be a pain but it’s a valuable skill to develop!