Welcome! In this lesson, we'll explore two vital software design patterns: the Facade and Adapter patterns. We'll discover how these patterns ensure backward compatibility while enriching applications with new features. Backward compatibility ensures that new updates work seamlessly with existing systems, facilitating new functionalities without disrupting existing code. Think of the Facade and Adapter patterns as cassette-shaped tape adapters for music players, connecting the new and the old in a harmonious Kotlin environment.
Design patterns are established solutions to common problems in software design, crafted through the experience of adept developers. In this lesson, we'll delve into the Facade and Adapter patterns. The Facade pattern provides a simplified interface to a complex subsystem, while the Adapter pattern allows classes with incompatible interfaces to collaborate effectively. Let's explore their practical use cases.
The Facade pattern simplifies intricate processes by offering a higher-level interface. Imagine an online shopping application: placing an order triggers multiple operations. By using the Facade pattern, we can create an OrderFacade class to streamline these operations:
