Git Submodules vs Cocoapods

Question

What are the advantages / disadvantages of using Cocoapods vs Git Submodules? I know that there are several differences, but I would like to know more about the advantages and disadvantages of using any system. Thank!

Answer 1

Git submodules should not be used for dependency management. I suggest you use Cocoapods.

Git Submodule

Pros

• In principle, one insert to run it, there is no need for additional files / configuration.

against

• You cannot specify target directories, you always need to clone the entire repository.
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Cocoapods

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