About the Foundation for Public Code

Components can be shared

This resource

Contents

  1. Diagram
  2. Points to get across
  3. Examples
    1. Digital
    2. Metaphorical

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Diagram

graphical representation of two stacks of components with a shared component

Points to get across

  • A single component can simultaneously be used for multiple purposes, and in combination with other components
  • A component can be used for something new that didn’t exist when it was created
  • A component can be swapped out for a new component
  • A component can be shared by multiple organizations, for the same or different purposes

Examples

Digital

A database component can store data collected by different people, and can be queried by different people for different reasons. This component can be replaced with a new database component without an overhaul of how the data was collected, or the process enabled by the data.

Metaphorical

A public water tap can be used by different people to drink water, have a water fight or wash a car, and can be replaced with a new tap, without an overhaul of the water mains or how you consume water.