Learn how to build a monorepo in Next.js

Monorepo architecture, which involves using a single version-controlled repository for multiple isolated projects, is gaining traction in modern web app development, with companies like Google and Microsoft leveraging it to manage large-scale software projects. The article discusses the benefits of monorepos, including improved code sharing, atomic commits, and consistency in coding style and tools, particularly within Next.js projects. It highlights the importance of using the right tools, such as Turborepo, Nx, Bazel, and Lerna, to optimize development workflows in monorepos. A detailed guide is provided on setting up a Next.js monorepo using Turborepo, covering aspects like workspace creation, reusable component libraries, and shared configuration packages for linting and formatting. The article also addresses the configuration of Next.js apps to handle local package transpilation and emphasizes the growing popularity of monorepos due to their numerous advantages and the evolution of supportive tools.