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I always hear the term of “design pattern” in programming books and magazines, e.g. factory pattern, singleton pattern. This takes my attention to know more about them. Therefore, I have looked for a book of “design pattern” for a long time. But most of them are boring and hard to understand as common computer books and web articles. Fortunately, I found this book.

The beautiful and funny book cover gives me a good first impression. After I got the book, woo~ what a thick and heavy book! I felt afraid because I guessed it would be full of text and I may need several months to complete it.

Nonetheless, boring is not the truth. With a lot of funny stuff (big font size, graphics, photos, hand writing stretches), exercises/games (crossword puzzles, match games), story like format, elaborate content, I couldn’t stop to read. I am able to get a clear picture of each pattern in easy and interesting ways. It does not deeply explain the detail of each pattern, but gives you a well introduction to each pattern with sample codes. It is suitable to people who are getting start to learn about “design pattern”.

However, the thickness of the book brings inconvenience. I cannot put it in my briefcase, carry it on the way and read it in bus. I think it will be better if the size can be reduced.

In conclusion, the book is cool and smart. I will recommend it to my friends.