Object-Oriented Design Patterns

In this chapter, we will explore intermediate and advanced concepts and approaches to object-oriented programming (OOP) and their applicability to design patterns. We will review the fundamental concepts of OOP to facilitate a deep conceptual understanding. This chapter also covers the principles of OOP design patterns.

Specifically, we will cover the following topics in this chapter:

• Introduction to object-oriented programming
• Object-oriented programming approaches
• Principles of design patterns 
• Complete OOP class