27.3.6. Adapter Pattern

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary function of the Adapter Pattern?

   Hint

   Think about how you'd connect two different types of plugs.

2. 2.

   True or False: The Adapter Pattern modifies existing code.

   Hint

   Consider the role of an adapter in mechanical devices.

3. 3.

   What does the Adapter Pattern allow?

   • Integration of legacy and modern systems
   • Fast implementation of new features
   • High performance execution

   Hint

   Think about connecting systems with different requirements.

4. 4.

   True or False: An adapter can change the functionality of the original class.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the role of an interface in translation.

5. 5.

   Develop an adapter for a modern data source API that needs to communicate with a legacy database system that uses different data formats.

   Hint

   Think about how you will map fields from one schema to another.

6. 6.

   Critique a given application that uses the Adapter Pattern. Identify strengths and weaknesses.

   Hint

   Evaluate how adapters are utilized throughout the application.