Code Change Apparatus for Simultaneous Multi-Type Software Updates
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current software code change methods can only perform changes of a single type at a time, lacking the capability to simultaneously handle multiple change types, which limits flexibility and efficiency in software development and maintenance.
Innovation Solution
A code change method and apparatus that allow for simultaneous performance of multiple change types on software code by selecting and sequencing appropriate changers based on user-provided configuration information, and applying direct and delayed change content accordingly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If only monotonous changes are supported in current software code change manner, then the system is simple to operate, but the adaptability and versatility are poor
Solution Approach 1:
The code change system is designed to perform multiple types of changes (library upgrade changes, code format changes, and other custom changes) through a unified platform. Different changers are implemented to handle various change types, allowing the system to be versatile while maintaining a consistent operational interface.
Solution Approach 2:
The change system is divided into multiple independent changers, each responsible for a specific type of change. This segmentation allows the system to handle diverse change types through modular components, improving adaptability while keeping each changer's complexity manageable.
2Productivity
If multiple change types are performed sequentially one at a time, then the device complexity is low, but the productivity is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple changers are merged into a single code change apparatus that can execute multiple change types in one operation. The system combines library upgrade changes, code format changes, and other changes into a unified process, improving productivity by eliminating sequential execution overhead.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary analysis of the codebase to identify all necessary changes across different change types before execution. This preliminary action allows the system to plan and execute multiple changes efficiently in a coordinated manner, improving productivity without excessive complexity.
3Productivity
If multiple changers are called in parallel mode, then the productivity is improved, but the reliability may be affected due to potential conflicts
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically determines the execution mode (parallel or serial) based on the specific changers involved and their potential conflicts. This dynamic approach allows the system to maximize productivity by using parallel execution when safe, while automatically switching to serial execution when conflicts are detected, thus maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates conflict detection and resolution mechanisms that provide feedback during the change execution process. When conflicts are detected between parallel changers, the system adjusts the execution plan to resolve conflicts while minimizing impact on overall productivity, ensuring reliable change outcomes.
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AI summary
This application provides a code change method and apparatus. The change apparatus determines to-be-changed software code and change configuration information according to an instruction sent by a user, selects, from stored changers based on the change configuration information, a plurality of changers that need to be called, and determines a calling sequence of the plurality of changers and sets attributes of each changer. The change apparatus may sequentially call the plurality of changers based on the calling sequence, and change, based on the attributes of each changer, software code input into the changer. The change apparatus can flexibly call a plurality of different changers based on a requirement of the user.