Is there a way to divide my large modules into multiple modules that can communicate with each other through separate js files?
A possible solution is to create several modules and link them together as shown in the example below:
var firstModule = angular.module('firstModule', []);
var secondModule = angular.module('secondModule', ['firstModule']);
By doing this, all services/directives created in firstModule will be accessible in secondModule.
Prior to creating two modules, it's important to consider these points:
1. Using multiple modules
Utilizing multiple modules is beneficial if your project consists of various sections with different dependencies.
For instance, one module may utilize ui.bootstrap while another remains empty, like so:
var firstModule = angular.module('firstModule', []);
var secondModule = angular.module('secondModule', ['ui.bootstrap', 'firstModule']);
2. Utilizing multiple controllers
Adopting a multi-controller approach helps in separating business logic and enhancing code readability.
3. Implementing one controller across two js files
This method can be useful depending on the goals of your project.
For example:
controllers.js
var app = angular.module('myApp', []);
app.controller('someCtrl', function($scope) {
// call other js file:
otherFile($scope);
/*....*/
});
app.$inject = ['$scope'];
someotherfile.js
var otherFile = function($scope) {
/*...*/
});