How can I manage the dependencies of a monorepo project using Lerna and npm?
Asked 6 months ago
New LinkNew LinkHi, I'm working on a monorepo project and need guidance on how to efficiently manage dependencies across multiple packages/modules using Lerna and npm. Can you provide a step-by-step approach for setting up and utilizing Lerna for dependency management?
Sergio Calhoun
Friday, November 03, 2023
To manage dependencies in a monorepo project using Lerna and npm, follow the steps below.
- First, initialize a monorepo using Lerna:
Remember to choose the version control system you prefer (e.g., Git).npx lerna init
- Second, add packages or modules to your monorepo as separate directories.
- Third, define shared dependencies in the root `package.json`.
- Use Lerna's commands to add dependencies to individual packages:
Remember to bootstrap your project, which ensures dependencies are linked correctly:`lerna add`
`lerna bootstrap`
- Lastly, use Lerna to manage the versioning and publishing of your packages when ready.
If you have any issues, consider checking out the Lerna documentation here.
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