Dependency Management in Martini

Martini provides a streamlined approach to manage external dependencies for your packages through the dependency.xml file located in the Package\configuration\properties folder. This XML file allows you to define and organize the libraries and components your package relies on, ensuring smooth integration and functionality.

Structure of dependency.xml

The dependency.xml file follows a specific structure that allows you to declare dependencies for your package effectively. Below is an example of its contents:

<martini-package>
  <package>
    <dependencies/>
  </package>
  <jar>
    <dependencies/>
  </jar>
  <repositoryConfig>
    <enableMarketplaceRepository>true</enableMarketplaceRepository>
    <repositories/>
  </repositoryConfig>
</martini-package>

Key Components

1. <package>: This section is where you can define the Package dependencies for your specific Package. List all the other Packages that your Package requires to function properly within this tag.

2. <jar>: Similar to the ackage section, this area is dedicated to declaring any JAR files that your package depends on. This helps in managing JAR dependencies separately from package dependencies.

3. <repositoryConfig>: This section configures repository settings for your package.

4. <enableMarketplaceRepository>: Setting this to true allows your package to access the marketplace repository, enabling the discovery and use of additional dependencies from the marketplace.
5. <repositories>: Here, you can define custom repositories that your package can access to resolve its dependencies.

Managing Dependencies

To manage your package dependencies effectively, follow these best practices:

• Keep Dependencies Updated: Regularly check for updates to external libraries and JAR files to ensure your package benefits from the latest features and security fixes.
• Minimize Dependency Size: Only include the necessary dependencies to keep your package lightweight and efficient.
• Document Dependencies: Maintain clear documentation on the purpose of each dependency to facilitate easier maintenance and understanding for future developers.