Common mistakes when working with DataStore?

DataStore is a powerful tool for storing data in Android applications, but there are common mistakes that developers make when using it. Understanding these pitfalls can help improve app performance and data handling.

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    // Example of a common mistake: Not using Coroutine for DataStore operations
    val dataStore: DataStore by preferencesDataStore(name = "settings")

    // This should be done in a coroutine
    fun saveToDataStore(key: String, value: String) {
        dataStore.edit { preferences ->
            preferences[stringPreferencesKey(key)] = value
        }
    }

    // Incorrect usage - this will lead to an exception or blocked UI
    fun saveData(key: String, value: String) {
        saveToDataStore(key, value)  // Should ideally be called from a coroutine scope
    }


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