Monorepo
A monorepo is a software development strategy where multiple projects, libraries, or applications are stored in a single version-controlled repository, rather than in separate repositories. It centralizes code management, enabling shared dependencies, unified build processes, and easier cross-project collaboration. This approach is commonly used by large tech companies to streamline development workflows and maintain consistency across codebases.
Developers should use a monorepo when working on interconnected projects that share common code, such as microservices, frontend and backend applications, or libraries with tight integration. It simplifies dependency management, reduces duplication, and facilitates large-scale refactoring and code reuse. This methodology is particularly beneficial for teams requiring coordinated releases, consistent tooling, and efficient CI/CD pipelines across multiple components.