Point-to-Point Integration
Point-to-Point Integration is a software architecture pattern where individual applications or systems are directly connected to each other through custom-built interfaces or connectors. It involves creating dedicated, often hard-coded, links between pairs of systems to enable data exchange and communication. This approach is straightforward for small-scale integrations but becomes complex and difficult to manage as the number of connections grows.
Developers should learn Point-to-Point Integration to understand basic integration patterns, especially in legacy systems or small projects where simplicity and quick implementation are priorities. It is useful in scenarios with only a few systems that need to communicate, such as connecting a web application to a single database or linking two internal tools. However, it is generally discouraged for larger, evolving systems due to maintenance challenges and scalability issues.