Software Architecture and Design

4.11    The Concept of Anti-Patterns

In the previous sections, I presented some of the most common design patterns.

In addition to the design patterns, however, their opposites, called anti-patterns, also emerged. This term describes procedures and solutions that are frequently used but have proven to be inefficient, problematic, or counterproductive. Anti-patterns are like errors in the construction plan of a house, which often arise due to insufficient knowledge, experience, or time pressure.

The issues caused by anti-patterns usually manifest themselves in the form of increased maintenance effort, poor performance, or complex code.

Looking at anti-patterns can thus provide valuable insights into which approaches and practices you should avoid ...