go_router auth guards: solved exercise
go_router auth guards: solved exercise
Protect private routes with redirects based on auth state.
Problem statement
Create public/private routes and block access without login.
Flutter solution
Expected result
A working minimal screen to practice: guards, navigation, auth.
Common mistakes
- Not separating loading, success, and error states.
- Coupling UI and data in a single class.
- Skipping state validation before navigation or rendering.
Practical use
This pattern appears in real apps to improve robustness, maintainability, and UX.
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FAQ
What do you practice in this exercise?
You practice guards, navigation, auth with a practical production-oriented scenario.
Is this exercise useful for a portfolio?
Yes. You can adapt it and present a clear implementation with technical rationale.
What should I do next?
Connect it to a real API or local persistence depending on your product goal.