When rewriting an important system, the Strangler Fig Application metaphor offers a gradual approach, reducing risk and allowing new value to appear earlier. By gradually creating a new system around the edges of the old, functionality can be moved and valuable features can be delivered. This approach, supported by EventInterception and AssetCapture strategies, offers a reduced risk alternative to cut-over rewrites. With shorter release cycles, unnecessary features can be avoided, providing a cost-effective solution. Designing a new application in such a way can lead to significant returns on investment and steady progress.
