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descriptionLanguage: en
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# Hexagonal Architecture / Ports and Adapters

- Type: architectural pattern
- Group: Design
- Placement: Design / Model and boundaries
- [Source](<https://alistair.cockburn.us/hexagonal-architecture>)

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Separates application logic from external technologies through ports and adapters.

## Relationships

- may be verified through: [Architecture Fitness Functions](/practices/fitness/en.md) (verification)
- can be combined with: [Functional Core, Imperative Shell](/practices/core/en.md) (combination)
- helps identify interfaces for: [API-first design](/practices/api/en.md) (support)

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