Create a pattern |
This tutorial shows you the steps used to create a design pattern. You can watch the pattern being created, modified, tested, and deployed as a plug-in. Or, you can follow the instructions and create your own pattern. If you are not familiar with patterns, you can learn about applying patterns by completing the related pattern cheat sheets or the Apply a pattern tutorial. You can access cheat sheets and the Tutorials Gallery from the Help menu. Pattern authors should have a basic knowledge of Java code. Because patterns are created as plug-ins, a basic knowledge of plug-in development is beneficial. After you complete this tour, you should know how to perform the following tasks needed to create a pattern:
This tutorial plays in a video format, which you can operate through playback controls. You can pause, advance, or reverse the tutorial at any time by using the controls on the control bar.
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