The error message “Target of URI doesn’t exist: ‘package:http/http.dart’” indicates that Flutter is unable to locate the specified package or file. In this case, it’s referring to the http package, which is commonly used for making HTTP requests in Flutter applications. When Flutter encounters this error, it means that it cannot find the http.dart file within the http package.

Potential Causes: There are several reasons why you might encounter this error:

Missing Dependency: The http package might not be properly added to your project’s dependencies in the pubspec.yaml file.

Incorrect Package Name: You might have misspelled or incorrectly referenced the http package in your code.

Pub Cache Issue: There could be a problem with your Flutter SDK’s pub cache, causing it to not properly resolve dependencies.

Resolving the Error: Now that we understand the possible causes of the error, let’s discuss how to resolve it:

1. Verify Dependency in pubspec.yaml:
   • Open your project’s pubspec.yaml file.
   • Ensure that the http package is listed under the dependencies section.
   • If it’s not listed, add it like this:

dependencies:
  http: ^0.13.3  # Use the latest version or specify a version

1. Run flutter pub get:
   • After updating your pubspec.yaml file, run flutter pub get in your terminal to fetch the http package and its dependencies.
2. Check Package Import:
   • Make sure that you’re importing the http package correctly in your Dart files. It should look like this:

import 'package:http/http.dart' as http;

1. Invalidate Cache and Restart:
   • Sometimes, caching issues can cause Flutter to not recognize newly added dependencies. You can try invalidating the cache and restarting your IDE. In Android Studio, you can do this by selecting File > Invalidate Caches / Restart.
2. Verify Flutter SDK Installation:
   • Ensure that your Flutter SDK is correctly installed and configured. You can run flutter doctor in your terminal to check for any issues with your Flutter installation.