Dependency Management in Monorepos: Single Version Policy vs. Independently Maintained Dependencies

The Single Version Policy approach enforces a uniform version of dependencies across all projects within the monorepo, eliminating compatibility issues and enhancing code sharing.

While the Single Version Policy provides consistency, it complicates coordinating updates in large organizations where teams have varying priorities and timelines.

Despite coordination challenges, a Single Version Policy can lead to more manageable codebases. Upgrading a dependency across an entire monorepo is often less time-consuming than isolated upgrades.

A hybrid approach, combining centralized management for critical dependencies and independent updates for others, may be the ideal solution for managing dependencies effectively.

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