Editable Multiple-Step Request System for Reducing Network Bandwidth
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems face network bottlenecks and memory burdens due to the inability to edit batched requests, leading to the creation of new macros for slightly modified instructions, which consumes extra network bandwidth and increases memory operations.
Innovation Solution
A system for generating and executing editable multiple-step requests, where each instruction includes an editable input, allowing modifications without creating new requests, thereby reducing network queries and memory operations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of energy
If batched requests (macros) are used to reduce the number of web queries, then network bandwidth consumption is reduced, but the requests become non-editable and require creating new macros for any modifications
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes batched requests dynamic and editable by allowing users to modify individual instructions within an existing macro. Instead of creating static, immutable macros, the system enables dynamic editing where users can change parameters, add or remove instructions, and save modifications to the same macro object, thereby combining the bandwidth efficiency of batching with the flexibility of editability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by allowing modification of macro parameters (such as input values, timing, and instruction parameters) without requiring creation of a new macro. The system stores macro definitions with editable parameters, enabling users to adjust these parameters and have the modified macro reused, thus resolving the contradiction between reducing network queries and maintaining adaptability
2Adaptability or versatility
If new macros are created for modified instructions, then the requests can be updated, but extra network bandwidth is consumed and network bottlenecks are intensified
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses copying by allowing users to copy an existing macro definition and modify it in place rather than creating entirely new macro objects for each variation. The system maintains a copy of the macro template that can be repeatedly instantiated with different parameters, reducing the need to transmit new macro definitions over the network and thereby reducing bandwidth consumption while maintaining update capability
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining macro templates with common instruction patterns that can be reused. Instead of creating new macros each time, the system has pre-established editable macro definitions that can be quickly adapted through parameter modification, avoiding the need to transmit and process new macro creations over the network
3Adaptability or versatility
If new macros are created instead of reusing existing ones, then updated instructions can be executed, but more read and write operations are performed on memory space
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes macro storage dynamic by implementing an editable macro repository where macro definitions are stored in a modifiable format. Instead of treating macros as immutable objects that require new memory allocations for each variation, the system stores macros as editable data structures that can be updated in place, reducing read and write operations on memory space while maintaining the ability to modify instructions
4Ease of operation
If individual instructions are sent instead of batched requests, then requests are simple and straightforward, but network bandwidth is consumed and network bottlenecks occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple individual instructions into a single batched macro request that maintains simplicity. By combining related instructions into one executable unit with a clear structure, the system reduces the number of network transactions while preserving the logical simplicity and ease of operation of individual instructions. The merged macro can be edited and reused without compromising its operational simplicity
Data Source
AI summary
A system for generating and executing a multiple-step request is disclosed. The disclosed system receives a request identifying a multiple-step request from a user. In response to the request, the system sends a series of queries to the user. Then, the system receives a series of responses identifying a plurality of inputs of the multiple-step request. Based on the series of queries and the series of responses, the system generates a series of instructions to perform the multiple-step request. Each instruction includes a command and at least one input. The input includes an editable field that allows the user to change the value of the input. The system records and stores each of the series of instructions as the multiple-step request. The system further stores the multiple-step request as a favorite request.