Chapter 2: Where and How Does DDD Fit?

“We won’t be distracted by comparison if we are captivated with purpose.”

– Bob Goff

Software architecture refers to the fundamental structures of a software system and the discipline of creating such structures and systems. Over the years, we have accumulated a series of architecture styles and programming paradigms to help us deal with system complexity.

In this chapter, we will examine how Domain-Driven Design (DDD) can be applied in a manner that is complementary to these architecture styles and programming paradigms. We will also look at how/where it fits in the overall scheme of things when crafting a software solution.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

  • Architecture styles

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