Core Principle
Object-Oriented Thinking for Entity Design
Why inheritance is rarely used when designing entities in business systems.
Why inheritance is rarely used when designing entities in business systems.
Explains how meaningful types help determine when inheritance is structurally appropriate.
Explores when inheritance and composition fit naturally, and why meaningful types matter more than convenience.
Explores why many modern developers avoid inheritance, examining cultural, historical, and practical factors in business application development.
A reflection on inheritance and composition from long-term business system development experience.