MVVMlike

MVVMlike refers to architectural patterns in software development that share similarities with the Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) pattern but may not strictly adhere to all its principles. These patterns aim to achieve separation of concerns, improve testability, and enhance maintainability by decoupling the user interface from the underlying business logic and data.

In a MVVMlike architecture, the View is responsible for presenting data and capturing user input. It typically has minimal logic, often relying on data binding to synchronize its state with the ViewModel. The ViewModel acts as an intermediary, exposing data from the Model in a format that the View can easily consume and handling user interactions by updating the Model. The Model represents the application's data and business logic, remaining independent of the View and ViewModel.

The "like" in MVVMlike suggests variations or adaptations of the core MVVM concepts. This could involve differences in how data binding is implemented, the specific responsibilities assigned to each component, or the way communication between components is managed. For instance, some MVVMlike patterns might use a simpler observer pattern instead of complex data binding, or the ViewModel might directly interact with a service layer rather than a strict Model. The primary goal remains the same: to create a cleaner, more organized codebase that is easier to develop and test. These patterns are often found in frameworks or libraries that offer MVVM-like benefits without enforcing the full MVVM specification, providing flexibility for developers.