Introduction
Understanding the folder structure of a codebase is a crucial first step for developers who are new to the project. A well-organized folder structure helps in efficiently navigating the code, locating specific components, and comprehending the overall architecture. This chapter offers a guide to the folder structure of the project, enabling developers to quickly familiarize themselves with the various components, utilities, assets, and more.
Folder Structure
The following table provides an overview of the primary directories and their purpose within the project:
| Directory | Description |
|---|---|
test | Contains all test files, including unit tests and integration tests. |
loadtests | Stores load testing scripts and configurations. |
src/locales | Localization files for different languages (e.g., English, German). |
src/assets | Includes all static assets like images, styles, and reusable component assets. |
src/assets/components | Contains web components, assets and utilities specific to them. |
src/pages | Holds the individual page components defining the layout and logic of each page. |
src/components | Contains the reusable UI components, such as buttons, forms, headers, and footers. |
src/components/layout | Organizes layout components like headers and footers into a dedicated sub-folder. |
src/components/content | Groups content-specific components, such as product listings and content teasers. |
src/components/product | Focuses on product-related components like filters, pagination, and list views. |
src/components/cart | Hosts all cart-related components, including cart items, summaries, and flyouts. |
src/utilities | Houses various utility functions and helpers used throughout the application. |
Embracing Domain-Centric Code Co-Location
In this project, we follow a co-location principle, organizing code based on its functional domain rather than separating it by technology or architectural layer. This practice aligns with a growing trend in software development and has been recognized for the following benefits:
- Enhanced Readability: Co-locating files related to specific features or domains makes it easier for developers to find all related components, logic, and dependencies in one place.
- Increased Maintainability: Grouping code by domain promotes more focused and cohesive modules. This leads to easier maintenance and updates, as changes to one area of functionality are contained within a single directory.
- Scalability: The codebase remains more adaptable and scalable, as new features or modifications to existing domains are more straightforward to implement without affecting unrelated parts of the system.
- Onboarding Efficiency: For new developers joining the project, the intuitive organization of the code allows for quicker understanding of the system's functionality and structure.
This approach to folder structure reflects a growing awareness of the importance of aligning code organization with real-world functionality. By co-locating code by domain, the project fosters an environment where development is more efficient, maintainable, and aligned with the system's purpose.
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