Java™ Design: Objects, UML, and Process

1.4. Conclusion

The object-oriented paradigm goes beyond the fundamental concepts and terms associated with it. Of course, while understanding core terms such as polymorphism, encapsulation, and inheritance is important, understanding the essence of the paradigm and pragmatically applying fundamental concepts is vital. In this chapter, we introduced a set of principles that will serve as a guide throughout the various phases of the software lifecycle, and the remainder of this book, helping to ensure our designs are more resilient, robust, and maintainable.

Whereas principles provide a reliable foundation for our design efforts, patterns can raise the level of abstraction, providing a more concrete starting point, and allowing our designs to ...