To continue with the need for topic map design pattern thread, what sources would you suggest for design patterns?
Thinking that it would be more efficient to start from commonly known patterns and then when necessary, to branch out into new or unique ones.
Not to mention that starting with familiar patterns, as opposed to esoteric ones, will provide some comfort level for users.
Sources that I have found useful include:
Data Model Patterns: Conventions of Thought by David C. Hay.
Domain-Driven Design: Tackling Complexity in the Heart of Software by Eric Evans.
Developing High Quality Data Models by Matthew West. (Think Shell Oil. Serious enterprise context.)
Do you have any favorites you would suggest?
After a day or two of favorites, the next logical step would be to choose a design pattern and with an eye on Kal’s Design Pattern Examples , attempt to fashion a design template.
Just one, not bother to specify what comes next.
Working one bite at a time will make the task seem manageable.
Yes?