Got socket error trying to find package english_words at https://pub.dartlang.org

Question

Trying to add a package using the package get option on Android Studio. I'm getting the following error message:

" Got socket error trying to find package english_words at https://pub.dartlang.org ."

Please how can i resolve this?

Answer 1

Quoted from Android Studio's doc:

Android Studio supports HTTP proxy settings so you can run Android Studio behind a firewall or secure network.

You need to fix the Proxy Settings in Android Studio. From Android Studio's Documentation Site, I am Sharing the process.

• From the menu bar, click File > Settings (on a Mac, click Android Studio > Preferences).
• In the left pane, click Appearance & Behavior > System Settings > HTTP Proxy. The HTTP Proxy page appears.
• Select Auto-detect proxy settings to use an automatic proxy configuration URL for the proxy settings or Manual proxy configuration to enter each of the settings yourself.
  • Click Apply or OK for your changes to take effect.

I hope it helps. Thanks.

Answer 2

Like @SouravOni's answer suggests, this is definitely a network issue. The Dartlang server obviously has issues with restricting certain countries.

The fastest way to solve this is by connecting via a VPN. In my case, I use a Kaspersky Antivirus that comes with a VPN , all I had to do was change my location to United Kingdom and then it works

One way to test if this is a connection issue that needs VPN is to visit pub.dartlang.org, if it doesn't go through, then try a VPN