Overview
Melos is a developer tool for managing multi-package Dart and Flutter repositories (monorepos). It streamlines package management, dependency resolution, and automated versioning using Conventional Commits. Inspired by Lerna, Melos simplifies workflows across multiple packages within a single project, enabling consistent releases and improved collaboration. It supports all major platforms including Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Use cases
- Managing large Flutter monorepos
- Automating package versioning
- Synchronizing dependencies across packages
- Streamlining release workflows
- Enabling team collaboration on shared codebases
Key features
- Conventional Commits-based versioning
- Cross-package dependency management
- Built-in script execution
- Support for multiple platforms
- Monorepo workspace orchestration
Suitable for
- Teams working on multi-package Flutter projects
- Projects requiring automated versioning
- Developers managing complex dependency trees
- Open-source maintainers of Dart/Flutter libraries
- Large-scale app development with shared components
Considerations
- Requires setup of Conventional Commits in commit messages
- May need configuration for CI/CD pipelines
- Best suited for projects with multiple related packages
- Not ideal for single-package applications
- Initial learning curve for new users