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# Classification of patterns

 All patterns can be categorized by their *intent* or purpose.

* **Creational** Design Pattern

* **Structural** Design Pattern

* **Behavioral** Design Pattern

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[Strategy Design Pattern](/notebook/design-patterns/behavioral-design-patterns/strategy-design-pattern.md)
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[Observer Design Pattern](/notebook/design-patterns/behavioral-design-patterns/observer-design-pattern.md)
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