design-patterns

Provides Java 21 and Spring Boot code examples for Builder, Factory, Strategy, Observer, Decorator, Adapter, and Template Method patterns.

6|4|Updated Mar 21, 2026
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Skill: design-patterns
Source: https://github.com/VladyslavBabiy/ai-java-setup/tree/main/claude-code/.claude/skills/design-patterns
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide a practical, reference-driven guide to Java design patterns, enabling developers to understand when and how to apply patterns to build extensible, maintainable code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Java pattern coverage (Builder, Factory, Strategy, Observer, Decorator, Adapter, Template Method) with plain-language guidance and practical examples.
  • Clear decision guidance for pattern selection during design, refactoring, and code reviews in Java 21 / Spring Boot projects.
  • Real-world scenarios and sample outcomes to help teams adopt consistent design practices across projects.

Quick Start

Study the Builder and Factory examples to begin applying core patterns in your Java projects.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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When should I use the Builder pattern versus the Factory pattern in Java?

Use the Builder pattern in Java when constructing complex objects with many parameters, and the Factory pattern when delegating object creation logic to subclasses. The Skill provides clear decision guidance for selecting between them.

How do I implement the Strategy pattern in a Spring Boot application?

Implement the Strategy pattern in Spring Boot by defining an interface for an algorithm, creating concrete implementations, and injecting them at runtime to switch behaviors. The Skill provides concrete Java snippets for this scenario.

Does this design patterns guide cover the Observer and Decorator patterns?

Yes, the design patterns guide covers both the Observer and Decorator patterns. It provides practical Java examples and plain-language guidance for implementing them alongside Adapter and Template Method patterns.

What Java design patterns help with refactoring for maintainable code?

Builder, Factory, Strategy, Observer, Decorator, Adapter, and Template Method are Java design patterns that help with refactoring for maintainable code. The Skill offers real-world scenarios for adopting these design practices.

Are these Java design pattern examples compatible with Java 21?

Yes, the Java design pattern examples are compatible with Java 21 and Spring Boot projects. The Skill provides concrete Java snippets applicable to building extensible components and code reviews in these environments.

How do I know which design pattern to apply during a Java code review?

To know which design pattern to apply during a Java code review, evaluate the code's extensibility needs against pattern capabilities. The Skill delivers clear decision guidance on when to apply patterns to produce scalable code.