CHAPTER 12
Factory Method Patterns
GoF Definition: Define an interface for creating an object, but let subclasses decide which class to instantiate. The factory method lets a class defer instantiation to subclasses.
Concept
The concept can be best described with the examples below.
Real-Life Example
Suppose you have two different types of televisions—one with an LED screen and another with an LCD screen. If any of these starts malfunctioning, you will call a TV repairman to request a visit to your residence. The repairman must ask first what kind of TV is nonoperational. As per your input, he’ll carry the required instruments with him.
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