EAI patterns

Enterprise Application Integration (EAI) patterns are common methods used to connect different software systems within an organization so they can work together smoothly. Think of it like traffic management — patterns help direct data flow, manage communication, and synchronize processes between diverse applications, ensuring information sharing is reliable and efficient. These patterns include: - **File Transfer:** Moving data via files. - **Shared Database:** Multiple systems access the same database. - **Messaging:** Sending messages between applications asynchronously. - **Remote Procedure Call (RPC):** Calling functions across systems directly. - **Hub-and-Spoke:** Using a central hub to connect multiple systems. These patterns streamline business operations and improve data consistency.