Useful Patterns for Services

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The patterns described in this section contain common design and code structures for service-oriented applications. Not all patterns are present in every service-oriented application. Your application requirements will determine the patterns that you use.

This section consists of the following patterns:

• Layered Application
• Service Interface
• Exception Shielding
• Entity Translator
• Transaction Script (Business Action)