Using boilerplate solutions

Boilerplate solutions make it easy to set up a project with a solid architecture. This can be very helpful, but you should be aware of the trade-offs that come with these boilerplate solutions. Additionally, you should know exactly what you want because there are completely different solutions out there.

First, a boilerplate solution in this context is everything that creates code for you to start without having to configure everything on your own. This can be anything, from a simple template that has built-in TypeScript support but nothing else to a complete CLI solution that brings you solutions for navigation, state management, fonts, animations, connection, and more such as the Ignite CLI by Infinite Red.

Because there is such a wide range of what a boilerplate solution consists of, it’s hard to make general assumptions about them. Nevertheless, what can be said is that the more that is packed into the boilerplate solution, the bigger...