Isolated Development Environments in Micro Frontends

1. Introduction

Isolated development environments in micro frontends allow teams to work independently on UI components without stepping on each other's toes. This lesson will explore the fundamental concepts, workflows, and best practices for setting up isolated environments.

2. Key Concepts

3. Workflow

3.1 Step-by-Step Process

The following flowchart outlines the workflow for setting up isolated development environments:

graph TD;
    A[Start] --> B[Create New Micro Frontend];
    B --> C[Setup Isolated Environment];
    C --> D[Develop Feature];
    D --> E[Test in Isolation];
    E --> F[Integrate with Main Application];
    F --> G[Deploy];
    G --> H[End];
        

3.2 Setting Up an Isolated Environment

Follow these steps to set up an isolated development environment:

1. Choose a framework (e.g., React, Vue).
2. Create a new project using CLI tools.
3. Configure module federation for dynamic loading.
4. Set up local development servers.
5. Implement shared dependencies.

4. Best Practices

Adhering to these best practices can enhance the effectiveness of isolated environments:

• Keep dependencies minimal to avoid bloat.
• Use feature flags for managing new features.
• Regularly update shared libraries to maintain compatibility.
• Document the setup process for consistency.

5. FAQ