mvi-editor

Implement the MVI pattern for Android with Kotlin and Jetpack Compose.

7|2|Updated Feb 23, 2026

Search Tags:#architecture #state management #android #jetpack compose #mvi #unidirectional data flow

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Skill: mvi-editor
Source: https://github.com/javiercamarenatriguero/android-skills/tree/main/mvi-editor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/javiercamarenatriguero/android-skills --skill mvi-editor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a complete, self-contained implementation of the Model-View-Intent (MVI) architectural pattern for Android development, enabling unidirectional data flow and simplifying state management without relying on external libraries.

Core Features & Use Cases

Unidirectional Data Flow: Enforces a clear, predictable flow of data from user actions to UI updates.
State Management: Manages UI state immutably, making it easier to track and debug.
Side Effect Handling: Provides a robust mechanism for handling one-time events like navigation or showing toasts.
Use Case: Implement the MVI pattern from scratch for a new Android screen, refactor an existing ViewModel to adopt unidirectional data flow, or add robust state management to a complex UI.

Quick Start

Use the mvi-editor skill to create the foundational MVI ViewModel base class in Kotlin.

Frequently Asked Questions about mvi-editor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I implement unidirectional data flow in Android Jetpack Compose?▼

MVI architecture enforces unidirectional data flow by passing user intents to a ViewModel, which then updates an immutable ViewState. This ensures predictable state management and makes Android UI components reactive and maintainable without external libraries.

What is the best way to handle side effects and one-time events in MVI?▼

Side effects in MVI are handled using a ViewEffect contract definition within your base ViewModel classes. This mechanism isolates one-time events like navigation or showing toasts from the continuous ViewState, ensuring they execute without triggering continuous UI recomposition.

How do I refactor an existing Android ViewModel to adopt MVI?▼

Refactoring an existing ViewModel to MVI involves defining contract classes for ViewState, ViewEvent, and ViewEffect, then migrating logic into a base MVI ViewModel. This transitions your screen to unidirectional data flow and immutable state management.

Can I use MVI architecture with traditional Android Views or is it only for Jetpack Compose?▼

You can use MVI architecture with both Jetpack Compose and traditional Android Views. The pattern provides base ViewModel classes and contract definitions that facilitate reactive UI integration across different Android UI toolkits.

Do I need external libraries to manage state with MVI in Kotlin?▼

You do not need external libraries to manage state with MVI in Kotlin. This approach provides a self-contained solution for state management and unidirectional data flow using base ViewModel classes and contract definitions.