Quote by Eric Freeman
““A remote proxy acts as a local representative to a remote object.””
About This Quote
Source Technical documentation: Software design principles
A remote proxy serves as a local stand‑in for a distant object, enabling indirect interaction.
In simple terms: Proxy acts locally for remote objects.
Key Takeaway
Use proxies to simplify remote interactions.
Themes
software
design
abstraction
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
technical
educational
When to use this quote
- distributed systems
- API design
- microservices
Key Concepts
object-oriented
networking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a proxy necessary?
- What alternatives exist to direct remote calls?
A Different Perspective
Proxies add latency and complexity.
