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by Joe Shelby.
Original Post: Coat of Paint vs. Facade
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In the topic of Coat of Paint and Facade:
As with many aspects of programming, Design Patterns misused become bad things (i.e., Anti-Patterns). Facade is no different. When Facade is used poorly, or improperly, it becomes a hindrence to good code, not a boon. Coat of Paint is one such anti-pattern that can