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Design Patterns Java™ Workbook
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Design Patterns Java™ Workbook

by Steven John Metsker
March 2002
Intermediate to advanced
496 pages
8h 51m
English
Addison-Wesley Professional
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Why Patterns?

A pattern is a way of doing something, or a way of pursuing an intent. This idea applies to cooking, making fireworks, developing software, and to any other craft. In any craft that is mature or that is starting to mature, you can find common, effective methods for achieving aims and solving problems in various contexts. The community of people who practice a craft usually invent jargon that helps them talk about their craft. This jargon often refers to patterns, or standardized ways of achieving certain aims. Writers document these patterns, helping to standardize the jargon. Writers also ensure that the accumulated wisdom of a craft is available to future generations of practitioners.

Christopher Alexander was one of the first ...

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