Introducing Package: Watcher - A Comprehensive File System Monitoring Tool
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Summary:
Package: Watcher is a powerful tool that allows you to keep a watchful eye on file system changes. Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or data enthusiast, this package empowers you to monitor directories and respond to file additions, deletions, and modifications in real-time.
Benefits:
- File System Monitoring: Monitor changes to file systems, including directory and file-level modifications.
- Event Notifications: Receive notifications whenever files are added, removed, or modified, enabling timely responses.
- Reliable and Efficient: Track even subtle file system changes without missing a beat.
Usage:
To get started with Package: Watcher, simply add it to your project's dependencies in your pubspec.yaml
file:
dependencies:
watcher: ^1.0.0
Example:
Here's an example of how to use Package: Watcher to monitor file system changes:
import 'package:watcher/watcher.dart';
void main() {
var watcher = Watcher(".");
watcher.events.listen((event) {
print('File system event: ${event.path}');
});
watcher.start();
}
In this example, the watcher is monitoring the current directory for any file system changes. When a change occurs, the corresponding event is printed to the console.
Advanced Features:
Package: Watcher offers a range of advanced features to tailor it to your specific needs:
- Glob Patterns: Filter events by specifying file paths using glob patterns.
- Recursive Watching: Recursively monitor nested directories and subdirectories.
- Event Debouncing: Prevent excessive event notifications by debouncing events with a configurable delay.
Conclusion:
Package: Watcher is an invaluable tool for anyone who needs to monitor file system changes. With its ease of use, reliability, and advanced features, it's the perfect solution for a wide range of applications, including file syncing, data monitoring, and automated workflows.