Design Patterns
You will learn common patterns seen in software and how to determine which is best suited for the problem you are trying to solve.
Brian Long
Senior Developer
Senior Developer
What is a Design Pattern?
In software development, design patterns are reusable solutions to common programming problems. They provide a template or blueprint for structuring your code, making it more flexible, maintainable, and reusable.
Three categories of design patterns
- Creational Patterns
- Structural Patterns
- Behavioral Patterns
Each pattern has its own specific benefits and drawbacks, and the choice of which pattern to use depends on the specific needs of your project. Here are some additional points to keep in mind:
- Design patterns are not silver bullets, and applying them blindly can sometimes lead to over-engineering.
- Understanding the intent and trade-offs of each pattern is crucial before applying it.
- There are many resources available online and in books that provide further details and examples of each pattern.