Builder Patterns

Pros and Cons of the Builder Pattern

Pros:

1. Flexible Object Creation: The Builder Pattern allows for the creation of complex objects with multiple optional parameters in a flexible and readable manner.
2. Fluent Interface: The chaining method calls on the builder resulting in a fluent and intuitive syntax, enhancing code readability.
3. Immutability: Builders can enforce immutability by creating objects with all attributes set in a single operation, reducing the chance of objects being in an inconsistent state.
4. Parameter Validation: Builders can perform validation on input parameters before constructing an object, ensuring that the object is valid.

Cons:

1. Boilerplate Code: Implementing a builder class can introduce additional code, which might be seen as a boilerplate, especially for classes with many attributes.
2. Complexity: For simple objects with few attributes, using the Builder Pattern might be overkill and add unnecessary complexity to the code.
3. Incompatibility with Constructor Injection: If you rely heavily on constructor injection for dependency injection, the Builder Pattern might not integrate well with that approach.