Automated Code Validation System for Multi-Platform Deployment

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current code deployment tools are limited to specific platforms and applications, requiring manual intervention and specialized training, leading to inefficiencies and instability in large enterprises with diverse deployment needs and regulatory compliance requirements.

Innovation Solution

A centralized, automated system for code validation and deployment that applies multiple standards, integrates with various platforms and applications, and logs events for auditing, allowing for flexible deployment without reconfiguration, using a unified interface for code validation, approval, deployment, and reporting.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple specialized deployment tools are used to address different deployment rules and requirements, then the ability to meet specific entity needs is improved, but the system complexity and manual intervention requirements increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to meet specific entity deployment needsVSAvoidnumber of specialized tools required

Core Design Contradiction:

Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a unified deployment system that can perform multiple deployment functions across different platforms and applications through a single interface. The system uses configurable deployment profiles and standardized protocols to adapt to various entity-specific requirements without requiring separate specialized tools for each deployment scenario.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent segments the deployment process into standardized, modular components that can be independently configured and executed. By breaking down deployment into discrete, reusable steps and profiles, the system can handle diverse deployment needs through combination of standard modules rather than requiring entirely separate tools for each scenario.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

2Reliability

If manual intervention is used to validate and deploy code across multiple tools, then compliance with standards can be ensured, but the time and resource consumption increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecompliance with deployment standardsVSAvoidtime for manual review and auditing

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements automated feedback mechanisms that continuously monitor deployment processes, validate compliance with standards, and provide real-time status information. The system automatically compares deployment actions against predefined standards and regulations, generating compliance reports without requiring manual review of each deployment step.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The deployment system performs self-validation and self-auditing functions by automatically checking code against standards, verifying compliance requirements, and generating audit trails without human intervention. The system manages its own compliance verification processes, reducing the need for manual validation while maintaining reliability.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Ease of operation

If specialized training is provided for each deployment tool, then users can operate tools correctly, but the training resources and redundancy increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveability to operate deployment toolsVSAvoidtraining resources required

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent provides a unified interface and standardized操作流程 that work across all deployment scenarios, eliminating the need for separate training programs for each tool. Users learn one consistent system with standardized commands and procedures that apply universally, reducing training requirements while maintaining ease of operation.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Manufacturing precision

If each tool is configured for specific platforms and applications, then deployment precision for that platform is improved, but the adaptability to new platforms decreases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvedeployment accuracy for specific platformVSAvoidability to deploy to new platforms

Core Design Contradiction:

Manufacturing precisionVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements a dynamic configuration system where deployment parameters and platform-specific settings can be adjusted in real-time without reconfiguring the entire system. The system adapts to new platforms by loading appropriate configuration profiles and adjusting parameters dynamically, maintaining deployment precision while enabling flexibility across diverse platforms.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Data Source

PatentUS9830248B2System for automated code validation and deployment

Publication Date: 2017.11.28 BANK OF AMERICA CORP

AI summary

The present invention provides for a consolidated interface for flexible and customizable code deployment. Specifically, a centralized interface for management and automation of all phases of code deployment; including, but not limited to, code validation, validation approval, code deployment and data reporting/auditing. Code is automatically validated regardless of which standards or regulations apply to the programs/entities, platforms and/or applications associated with a code deployment. In addition, any known, or future known, code deployment tool and/or reporting/auditing tool may be used to conduct the deployment/migration and/or provide requisite reporting. Additionally, the systems herein disclosed are capable of integrating with any new/future platform, new/future software applications/packages and/or updates/revisions to applications/software packages without having to modify or reconfigure the disclosed system.