Binary Weaving for Response Time Measurement Precision
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current software development processes lack efficient methods for measuring response time across different components of a software application, making it difficult to identify performance bottlenecks and troubleshoot issues effectively.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method that measures response time by initiating a timer at specific points in the code, calculating the difference between start and stop times, and storing the results in a log file, using load-time or binary weaving to integrate measurement logic into the application code, allowing for precise identification of performance issues.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If response time measurement is implemented manually by testers, then measurement process is simple to implement, but measurement precision and efficiency are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the response time measurement functionality directly into the application code through weaving technology. The measurement logic is merged with the business logic at compile-time or load-time, allowing automatic collection of response time data without separate manual measurement processes. This resolves the contradiction by achieving precise automated measurement while keeping the implementation approachable through configuration files.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary weaving layer that sits between the application code and the measurement logic. This intermediary mechanism automatically injects timing code at specified points in the application without requiring manual modification of business logic. The weaving technology acts as a mediator that bridges the gap between simple implementation and precise measurement.
2Measurement precision
If measurement logic is integrated into application code through weaving, then measurement precision improves, but code complexity and modification difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by preparing the weaving configuration and measurement logic before the application runs. The timing code is pre-injected at compile-time or load-time based on configuration files, rather than requiring manual integration during development. This preliminary preparation simplifies the integration process while maintaining measurement precision.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses parameter changes in the form of configuration files to control the weaving process. By changing parameters in XML or similar configuration files, developers can specify which methods to measure and how to collect data without modifying the actual application code. This approach maintains ease of manufacture while achieving precise measurement.
3Productivity
If multiple measurement points are added throughout the code, then measurement comprehensiveness improves, but code modification and maintenance difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the measurement configuration into manageable units defined in configuration files. Each measurement point is specified as a separate entry with unique identifiers, allowing selective activation and deactivation of measurement locations. This segmentation enables comprehensive measurement across multiple points while maintaining simplicity through modular configuration rather than monolithic code changes.
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AI summary
Embodiments of the present invention relate to a computer-implemented method that includes binary weaving a second computer program code into the byte code of a first computer program code using a code weaver to form a third program product with a plurality of time measurement points. The programs can include sending a request via a network requesting information from a server computer system. The embodiment of the present invention may include measuring the execution time between the execution of a start point to the execution of a corresponding stop point.