Case Study: UI Decomposition

Introduction

UI decomposition is a critical process in the development of micro frontends. It involves breaking down a large UI into smaller, manageable components that can be developed, tested, and deployed independently.

Key Concepts

Decomposition Process

1. Identify major UI sections based on user flows.
2. Assess the dependencies between components.
3. Define component boundaries to ensure reusability.
4. Document the API contracts for each component.
5. Implement the components independently.

Flowchart of the Decomposition Process

graph TD;
    A[Identify UI Sections] --> B{Assess Dependencies}
    B -->|Independent| C[Define Boundaries]
    B -->|Dependent| D[Refactor Components]
    C --> E[Document API Contracts]
    E --> F[Implement Components]
            

Best Practices

• Ensure components are loosely coupled.
• Maintain a shared design language.
• Version control for API contracts.
• Implement automated testing for each component.
• Utilize feature flags for gradual deployments.

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