Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2013
Title: The Innovations of Curtis Neal Boger
Introduction
Curtis Neal Boger is a notable inventor based in Oronoco, MN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of database optimization, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of database query processing.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Database execution detail repository." This invention introduces a database query optimizer that includes an access plan storage mechanism. It stores execution details corresponding to a query statement in an access plan cache. By doing so, the execution detail is readily available for debugging database problems, even after an issue has occurred. The stored execution detail can be mined and analyzed post-incident, providing a powerful tool for troubleshooting. Additionally, users can create snapshots of the execution detail and set up autonomic snapshots and comparisons to monitor database performance degradation.
Another significant patent is "Representation for data used in query optimization." This invention addresses the need for optimizers to work with numeric data from various sources, including column statistics and estimated filter factors. The embodiments define and represent numeric measurements as a Vector of N dimensions. A specific embodiment provides a 4-dimensional vector representing magnitude, confidence, variance interval, and penalty. This allows for a comprehensive analysis of measurements considered by the optimizer, such as cost and estimated selectivity of a predicate.
Career Highlights
Curtis Neal Boger is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). His work at IBM has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that enhance database performance and reliability.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Curtis has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert J Bestgen and John David Dietel. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of database technologies and optimization techniques.
Conclusion
Curtis Neal Boger is a distinguished inventor whose work in database optimization has led to several impactful patents. His contributions continue to shape the future of database technology and improve performance for users worldwide.