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Software design pattern

In computer programming, the strategy pattern is a behavioral software design pattern that enables selecting an algorithm at runtime. Instead of implementing a single algorithm directly, code receives runtime instructions as to which in a family of algorithms to use. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: Strategy patternA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: An edge-located uniform pattern recovery mechanism using statistical feature-based optimal center pixel selection strategy for local binary patternInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Architects of the business revolutionThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Crosslinked hyaluronic acid hydrogels: a strategy to functionalize and patternCited 329 times
  5. Go sideways: State patternA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Mediator patternA closely related topic

📖 Definitions

Noun A creational design pattern where algorithms can be selected at runtime.

🗂️ The subject at a glance

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  2. Strategy and open–closed principle

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