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Enterprise design pattern online learning resource


There are numerous resources/tutorials/samples available for OO design patterns like GoF. Are there any similar resources/tutorials/samples available online for enterprise design patterns. I went through Martin Fowler's website but it is not for the beginnners. (Though, I am planning to buy Martin Fowler's book on Enterprise patterns.) As a quick start can you suggest some of the online resources. Specifically I am looking for patterns used in WCF RIA services.

Thank you.


Solution

  • Enterprise library might be useful for you. It's an open source set of enterprise building blocks:

    http://entlib.codeplex.com/

    Or you can buy this, Design Pattern Framework 4: http://www.dofactory.com/Framework/Framework.aspx

    "An easy-to-follow guide for .NET 4.0 architects building applications with Design Patterns."

    Both I find very useful. The latter link is more beginner friendly. I also recommend buying the book "Head First Design Patterns", because that will complement the material of the Design Pattern Framework (and is one of the most influential programming books What is the single most influential book every programmer should read?)