Monorepo Management
Monorepo management is a software development approach where multiple projects or packages are stored in a single version-controlled repository, rather than in separate repositories. It involves tools and practices to handle dependencies, builds, testing, and deployments across all contained projects efficiently. This methodology aims to improve code sharing, consistency, and collaboration in large-scale or multi-package codebases.
Developers should use monorepo management when working on projects with tightly coupled components, such as microservices, shared libraries, or full-stack applications, to simplify dependency management and ensure version consistency. It is particularly valuable in organizations with large codebases, as it reduces overhead from managing multiple repositories and enables easier refactoring and cross-project changes. Common use cases include enterprise applications, open-source projects with multiple packages, and teams requiring streamlined CI/CD pipelines.