A Pattern Language for Pattern Writing

G. Meszaros, Jim Doble

A. Context-Setting Patterns

A.1 Pattern

A.2 Pattern Language

B. Pattern Structure Patterns

B.1 Mandatory Elements Present

B.2 Optional Elements When Helpful

B.3 Visible Forces

B.4 Single-Pass Readable

B.5 Skippable Sections

B.6 Findable Sections

C. Pattern Naming and Referencing

C.1 Relationship to Other Patterns

C.2 Readable References to Patterns

C.2.1 (External) Pattern Thumbnail

C.3 Evocative Pattern Name

C.3.1 Noun Phrase Name

C.3.2 Meaningful Metaphor Name

C.4 Intent Catalog

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