From 56722b31288a03a31dfbcadf166e50704ec88f9f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Samrudhi Patil Date: Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:07:22 +0530 Subject: [PATCH] Improved Singleton pattern documentation with simple explanation --- singleton/README.md | 7 +++++++ 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+) diff --git a/singleton/README.md b/singleton/README.md index 92505061399e..f11921894ca9 100644 --- a/singleton/README.md +++ b/singleton/README.md @@ -19,6 +19,12 @@ tag: Ensure a Java class only has one instance, and provide a global point of access to this singleton instance. +### Simple Explanation + +The Singleton pattern ensures that a class has only one instance and provides a global point of access to it. + +In real-world applications, it is commonly used for managing shared resources like database connections, logging systems, or configuration settings. + ## Detailed Explanation of Singleton Pattern with Real-World Examples Real-world example @@ -111,3 +117,4 @@ Trade-offs: * [Head First Design Patterns: Building Extensible and Maintainable Object-Oriented Software](https://amzn.to/49NGldq) * [Java Design Patterns: A Hands-On Experience with Real-World Examples](https://amzn.to/3yhh525) * [Refactoring to Patterns](https://amzn.to/3VOO4F5) +