Summary

In this chapter, we have continued our pursuit to become better C++ programmers by expanding our knowledge of design patterns. In particular, we have explored the Factory Method pattern, both conceptually and with two common implementations. Our first implementation included placing the Factory Method in our abstract Product class. Our second implementation removed the dependency between our Abstract Product and our Factory Method by instead adding an Object Factory class to contain our Factory Method. We also very briefly discussed the notion of an Abstract Factory.

Utilizing common design patterns, such as the Factory Method pattern, will help you more easily solve recurring types of programming problems in a manner understood by other programmers. By utilizing core design patterns, you will be contributing to well-understood and reusable solutions with more sophisticated programming techniques.

We are now ready to continue forward with our next design pattern, in Chapter...