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Design Patterns

"Design patterns are standardized solutions to common problems in software design. Essentially, they are templates for how to solve a problem in a way that has been proven to work.

Why Use Design Patterns?​

  • By using design pattenrns, you can avoid reinventing the wheel. They provide a proven solution that can be reused in different projects.
  • Patterns streanline the development process by providing a clearn structure, which can save time and reduce errors.
  • Patterns provide common language for developers to understand structure and intent of the code.
  • Code that follows design patters is often easier to read and maintain.

Classifications of Design Patterns​

Creational Patterns​

Provides object creation mechanisms that increase flexibility and reuse of existing code

Structural Patterns​

Explains how to assemble objects and classes into larger structures, while keeping these structures flexible and efficient.

Behavioral Patterns​

Takes care of efficient communication and the assignment of responsibilities between objects.

References​

Refactoring guru has excellent explanations on design patterns. https://refactoring.guru/design-patterns