ModuleBuild
ModuleBuild is a software development approach and build pattern that organizes a codebase into discrete modules with explicit interfaces and dependencies. Each module can be built, tested, and versioned independently, and the modules are composed to form the final product. The approach emphasizes modularity, reproducibility, and scalable builds in large or evolving codebases.
Core concepts include a module boundary, descriptive module manifests, and a dependency graph that records which
Benefits include faster build feedback, improved scalability for large repositories, clearer ownership and interfaces, easier isolation
Challenges involve keeping module boundaries and dependencies current, handling transitive dependencies, potential for complex graphs, toolchain
Common ecosystems employ ModuleBuild ideas in multi‑module or monorepo configurations. Notable examples include build systems that
In practice, ModuleBuild is a pattern adopted across languages and platforms to manage scale, enable team autonomy,