Unified Database Management via Persistent Authentication Sessions
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current database management systems are cumbersome and time-consuming, requiring administrators to use multiple tools for different database providers, lacking an end-to-end view and efficient management of databases from various vendors.
Innovation Solution
A system with a user interface and machine learning algorithm that uses plug-in modules installed near target servers to manage databases from multiple providers, enabling concurrent installations and queries through a single interface by converting generic commands into vendor-specific commands and maintaining persistent authentication sessions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple database management tools are used to manage databases from different providers, then each database can be managed with provider-specific functionality, but the complexity of the management system increases and time consumption increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a universal database management system that can manage multiple types of databases (relational, NoSQL, cloud-based) through a single interface. The system uses plug-in modules that can be dynamically loaded to provide provider-specific functionality while maintaining a unified management layer, eliminating the need for multiple separate management tools.
Solution Approach 2:
The management system is segmented into modular plug-in components, where each plug-in handles specific database provider functionality. This segmentation allows the system to maintain simplicity at the user interface level while providing specialized capabilities through separate, independently manageable modules that can be loaded as needed.
2Reliability
If database installation and provisioning is performed using traditional methods, then each database can be installed with proper configuration, but the time required for installation and provisioning increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-configuring plug-in modules with installation templates and authentication mechanisms before actual database deployment. The plug-ins are pre-loaded with provider-specific configuration data and authentication credentials, allowing rapid database provisioning without manual configuration steps during the installation process.
Solution Approach 2:
The database installation process is automated through self-service plug-in modules that automatically configure databases based on predefined templates. The system performs self-authentication with database providers using pre-stored credentials, and automatically completes provisioning tasks without requiring manual intervention, significantly reducing installation time while maintaining reliability.
3Ease of operation
If administrators manually manage each database separately, then detailed control over each database is achieved, but productivity decreases and the ability to get an end-to-end view of all databases is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system merges multiple database management operations into a single unified interface. Administrators can view and manage all databases across different providers simultaneously, gaining an end-to-end view of the entire database infrastructure. The plug-in architecture allows detailed control of individual databases while maintaining consolidated oversight through the unified management layer.
4Reliability
If authentication is performed repeatedly for each database operation, then security is maintained for each database provider, but time is lost due to repetitive authentication processes
Solution Approach 1:
The system establishes continuous authentication sessions with database providers through the plug-in modules. Once authenticated, the session is maintained for the duration of database management operations, eliminating the need for repeated authentication. The persistent session allows uninterrupted database operations while maintaining security through the established authenticated connection.
Data Source
AI summary
In some aspects, a first plug-in module that is installed on a server receives an instruction to install a particular database on a first target server that is near (e.g., less than a threshold number of hops from or having less than a threshold latency communicating with) the server. The first plug-in module creates a first persistent authentication session between the server and the first target server and initiates a first installation of a first database on the first target server using the first persistent authentication session. Concurrently with the first installation, a second plug-in module that is installed on a second server initiates a second installation of a second database on a second target server using a second persistent authentication session. The second target server is near the second server.