From 81672240918317ed7f233175dfa938552624669b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thorsten Essig Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2023 14:51:03 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] docs: adopt monorepo --- radar/2023-09-01/monorepo.md | 32 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 32 insertions(+) create mode 100644 radar/2023-09-01/monorepo.md diff --git a/radar/2023-09-01/monorepo.md b/radar/2023-09-01/monorepo.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..43a53f5 --- /dev/null +++ b/radar/2023-09-01/monorepo.md @@ -0,0 +1,32 @@ +--- +title: "Monorepo" +ring: adopt +quadrant: methods-and-patterns +featured: true +tags: [ coding ] +--- + +### Why We Consider a Monorepo Approach + +Adopting a monorepo approach for our React and Next.js-based projects offers several benefits, _although it may not be +the best fit for every project._ + +1. More efficient code sharing and reusability +2. Consistent Development Environment +3. Easier Cross-project Refactoring +4. Improved Collaboration +5. **Simplified Dependency Management**: In our monorepo, we can manage dependencies at the repository level, which can + simplify the process of keeping everything up to date and avoiding version conflicts. +6. **Streamlined CI/CD Pipeline**: A single CI/CD pipeline that can build and test all our projects simultaneously. + This of course comes with the drawback of a more complicated CI/CD setup and probably longer running pipelines. +7. **Better Code Ownership**: It's easier to see who is responsible for each part of the codebase, which can help + improve code ownership and accountability. +8. **Simplified Testing**: We can set up end-to-end tests and integration tests that cover the entire application more + easily in a monorepo, ensuring that changes in one part of the codebase don't break other parts. +9. **Codebase Navigation**: Developers can easily navigate through different parts of the codebase without having to + switch between multiple repositories or projects. + +**However, it is important to note that monorepos are not a one-size-fits-all solution.** They can introduce complexity, +especially in very large projects, and may not be suitable for all team sizes or development workflows. The decision to +adopt a monorepo should be based on careful consideration of your project's specific requirements, team size, and +development practices.