Mastering Swift 2 Programming (Video 52)

This video tutorial introduces design patterns, explaining their importance and benefits in software development. It covers the three main categories: creational, structural, and behavioral patterns, highlighting how they provide reusable solutions to common programming problems. The video also discusses the advantages of using design patterns, such as improved communication among developers and long-term time and cost savings. The course will focus on two common design patterns from each category, with additional resources available for further learning.

What are design patterns and why are they important in software development?

Explain the benefits of using design patterns in software development.

Describe the three major categories of design patterns.

What are creational design patterns and what issues do they address?

What is the Singleton pattern and in what scenarios is it typically used?