A UML class diagram for the Proxy pattern

We will now discuss the Proxy pattern with the help of the following UML diagram. As we discussed in the previous paragraph, the Proxy pattern has three main actors: the production house, Agent, and the Actor. Let's put these in a UML diagram and see how the classes look:

A UML class diagram for the Proxy pattern

As we observe the UML diagram, you'll realize that there are three main participants in this pattern:

  • Proxy: This maintains a reference that lets the Proxy access the real object. It provides an interface identical to the Subject so that Proxy can substitute the real subject. Proxies are also responsible for creating and deleting the RealSubject ...

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