Design patterns provide a technology-neutral vocabulary to describe common solutions and design trade-offs for developing software. Despite rapid technology evolution, many design patterns pass the test of time and can help in the design of distributed systems like serverless solutions. Patterns can also be useful in new contexts like multi-cloud and lock-in scenarios. This article discusses the benefits of using patterns in the cloud and how they can reduce switching costs. By considering patterns, developers and architects can design better solutions and avoid pitfalls in system design.
