Monorepo governance rules for multi-team test codebases
Anna University, India.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2023, 20(02), 1585-1598
Publication history:
Received on 11 September 2023; revised on 25 November 2023; accepted on 28 November 2023
Abstract:
The increasing adoption of monorepos as a strategic choice for managing large, multi-team software projects introduces unique complexities, particularly concerning the shared codebase for automated tests. To harness the benefits of a monorepo while mitigating its inherent challenges, organizations are developing sophisticated internal governance tools designed to enforce a stringent set of rules for multi-team test codebases. This detailed exploration delves into these critical governance mechanisms, which meticulously dictate directory conventions for clear organization, establish robust code ownership models for accountability and clarity, and define precise CI triggers to optimize automated test execution. By implementing such governance, teams ensure granular modularity of test code, effectively prevent debilitating conflict during parallel development, and guarantee predictable test execution behaviors across diverse teams and functional domains. This structured approach is essential for maintaining a high-quality, scalable, and harmonious test automation ecosystem within the centralized monorepo environment.
Keywords:
Monorepo; Test Codebase; Governance; Directory Conventions; Code Ownership; CI Triggers; Modularity; Conflict Prevention; Test Execution; Multi-Team Development; DevOps; Scalability; Code Quality
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