In of this three-part series introducing design patterns, I referred to Design Patterns: Elements of Reusable Object-Oriented Design. This classic was written by Erich Gamma, Richard Helm, Ralph ...

Get an overview of design patterns, then use what you've learned to evaluate whether the Composite pattern is a good choice for a particular Java use case Numerous strategies have been devised to ...

This is the second article in a Health Affairs Forefront short series, “Understanding And Addressing Pre-Hospital Diagnostic Delays.” As the introductory article, “Building the Evidence to Ensure ...

Users have never had more choice than they do today. To solve any given challenge, there are dozens of software products available, and new products are continually being introduced to the market.

Today the design of things that involve human interaction, such as programs, product delivery, and services, is more art than science. Here is how it typically works: We use our creativity to ...