Microapp Architecture for Next.js Application (Host Container/Portal)

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This issue tracks the development of a microapp architecture for our Next.js application, envisioned as a Host Container/Portal. The goal is to enable independent, dynamically loaded microapps within the host application.

Requirements:

• Host Container/Portal: Next.js application acts as the main application handling core functionalities like authentication, state management, income phone, and microphone access.
• Microapp Registry: A central registry for storing, searching, and deploying microapps.
• Decentralized Hosting: Microapps can be hosted independently.
• Dynamic Loading: Microapps are loaded at runtime within the Next.js host application.
• Standard Architecture: A standardized approach for developing and integrating microapps.

Tasks:

• [x] #31

  • Investigate Module Federation for dynamic loading and potential for decentralized hosting.
  • Consider alternative approaches like custom registry and loader systems.
  • Evaluate existing libraries and frameworks like Single SPA.

• [ ] Design Microapp Registry and Loader: (Future Goal, NOT FOR NOW)

  • Define the data structure for storing microapp information in the registry.
  • Develop a system within the Next.js application to interact with the registry.
  • Implement a loader mechanism to dynamically load microapps at runtime.

• [ ] #32

  • Define a directory structure for microapps.
  • Establish guidelines for component usage, dependencies, and communication.
  • Consider using a shared component library for common functionalities.

• [ ] Implement Security Measures:

  • Define authentication and authorization mechanisms for microapps.
  • Secure communication between the host and microapps.

• [x] Choose State Management Solution:

  • @brainstack/react

• [ ] Implement Error Handling and Monitoring:

  • Develop mechanisms to handle microapp loading and execution failures gracefully.
  • Set up monitoring tools to track microapp performance and identify issues.

• [ ] (Optional) Define Microapp Communication Protocol:

  • If microapps need to interact, establish a communication protocol (e.g., postMessage).

• [ ] (Optional) Develop Microapp Versioning Strategy:

  • Define a versioning scheme for microapps.
  • Consider how to handle potential conflicts between microapp versions.

Additional Notes:

• Break down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable sub-tasks.
• Use labels to categorize tasks (e.g., "research," "development," "security").