Architectural pattern (computer science)

In software engineering, an architectural pattern is software design pattern which provides a general, reusable solution to a commonly occurring problem in software architecture within a given context.

Description

Architectural patterns are similar to software design pattern but have a broader scope.

The architectural patterns address various issues in software engineering, such as computer hardware performance limitations, high availability and minimization of a business risk.

Some architectural patterns have been implemented within software frameworks.

See also

• List of software architecture styles and patterns
• Process Driven Messaging Service
• Enterprise architecture
• Common layers in an information system logical architecture

External links

• Architectural pattern (computer science) @ Wikipedia