Sharing TypeScript with Nx and Turborepo: An Introduction to Monorepos
The article discusses the problem of sharing code and configuration in large projects and introduces the concept of monorepos as a solution. It focuses on using Nx and Turborepo, along with the package manager pnpm, to create and manage monorepos in TypeScript projects. The author explains the benefits of using monorepos, such as the ability to maintain multiple applications and libraries within the same repository while still configuring each independently. They also highlight the challenges of sharing code in TypeScript projects and the limitations of alternative solutions like individually published packages. The article provides an overview of the structure and components of a monorepo, as well as insights into the author's experience with Nx and Turborepo. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of using pnpm for efficient package management. This article is part of a 4-part series that will cover various aspects of sharing TypeScript with Nx and Turborepo, including usage with popular development tools. It is a valuable resource for developers looking to optimize code sharing and configuration management in their TypeScript projects.