.NET Patterns: Architecture, Design, and Process

How to Use the Pattern Library

Most patterns can be taught and referenced in three ways. You can read each pattern lightly and utilize those patterns you feel will add benefit. Another option is simply to use the library list above as a reference for the future, assuming the descriptions are enough for you to get a feel for how they are implemented. However, that said, I do recommend you give each pattern a chance. That doesn't mean read this book in its entirety, although that would be great. I intended this book to act as a guide and reference. Reading even those patterns you don't immediately need will help your thought processes and may even give you different ideas. In fact, many of these patterns have been used in ways not originally intended ...