Layered Architecture

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Layered Architecture

Architectural pattern organizing code into horizontal layers

Part of speech: Noun Category: Information Technology Subcategory: Programming Level: Intermediate

Pronunciation: 🇺🇸 US/leɪərd ˈɑrkətɛkʧər/ 🇬🇧 UK/leɪəd ˈɒrkətɛkʧə/

Definition

Architectural pattern organizing code into horizontal layers

Examples

Common layers include: presentation layer, business logic, data access layer, promoting separation of concerns.

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