Rule Based Navigation
Rule Based Navigation is a software design pattern where navigation logic in applications (such as web, mobile, or desktop) is driven by predefined rules rather than hardcoded paths. It involves defining conditions and actions that determine how users move between screens, pages, or states based on factors like user roles, permissions, data states, or business logic. This approach centralizes navigation control, making it more maintainable, testable, and adaptable to changes in requirements.
Developers should use Rule Based Navigation when building applications with complex user flows that depend on dynamic conditions, such as e-commerce checkouts, multi-step forms, or role-based dashboards. It is particularly valuable in enterprise or regulated environments where navigation must enforce business rules, security policies, or compliance standards, reducing bugs and simplifying updates compared to scattered navigation code.