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behavioralInterpreterView pattern
behavioralMementoView pattern
behavioralStrategyView pattern
Basics
Categorybehavioralbehavioralbehavioral
Summary———
IntentRepresent grammar rules as objects and interpret sentences by evaluating an abstract syntax tree or expression chain.Capture and externalize an object's state so it can be restored to a previous point in time.Encapsulate a family of algorithms or behaviors behind a common contract so they can be selected and swapped cleanly.
Decision factors
ProblemYou need to define a small language or expression grammar and evaluate it consistently across the application.An object's internal state must be saved and restored later without exposing its implementation details.A system needs to switch between interchangeable behaviors without hardcoding branching logic everywhere.
Tradeoffs
  • Can become complex if the grammar grows too large.
  • Best suited to small, well-defined languages or expression sets.
  • Snapshots can consume memory if many states are stored.
  • Care must be taken to keep mementos immutable and hidden from outside code.
  • Adds more moving parts than a direct conditional approach
  • Works best when behavior variations are real and likely to grow
Practical fit
Languages
  • typescript
  • java
  • python
  • angular
  • react
  • react-native
  • csharp
  • dotnet
  • typescript
  • java
  • python
  • angular
  • react
  • react-native
  • csharp
  • dotnet
  • typescript
  • java
  • python
  • angular
  • react
  • react-native
  • csharp
  • dotnet
Platforms
  • Web
  • Backend
  • Mobile
  • UI kits
  • Cross-platform systems
  • Web
  • Backend
  • Mobile
  • UI kits
  • Cross-platform systems
  • Web
  • Backend
  • Services
Integration notesInterpreter is useful for calculators, rule engines, simple DSLs, and command parsing systems where a structured grammar must be evaluated.Memento is useful for undo/redo, checkpoints, draft recovery, and any workflow where state history matters.Strategies can cross codebases through shared contracts, API selection rules, or runtime configuration.