John C Delo

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Software Installation. Top assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC. Active years: 2001-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John C Delo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-c-delo

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 15

% Patents Active = 86.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 1,162(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

15 out of 56,360

Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC

patents

Years Active: 2001-2006

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Areas of Expertise:

Software Installation

Database Optimization

Validation Techniques

Custom Actions

Non-Persistent Data

Application Repair

Relational Databases

Software Components

Performance Optimization

Installation Methods

Computer Restoration

Application Advertising

15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7047529 - Software installation and validation using custom actions (2006-05-16),

2. 6920631 - Software installation and validation using custom actions (2005-07-19),

3. 6804663 - Methods for optimizing the installation of a software product onto a target computer system (2004-10-12),

4. 6714935 - Management of non-persistent data in a persistent database (2004-03-30),

5. 6606618 - Method for optimizing the performance of a database (2003-08-12),

6. 6560598 - Internal database validation (2003-05-06),

7. 6418554 - Software implementation installer mechanism (2002-07-09),

8. 6397381 - System and method for repairing a damaged application program (2002-05-28),

9. 6389414 - Internal database validation (2002-05-14),

10. 6378127 - Software installation and validation using custom actions (2002-04-23),

11. 6370686 - Method for categorizing and installing selected software components (2002-04-09),

12. 6363499 - Method and system for restoring a computer to its original state after an unsuccessful installation attempt (2002-03-26),

13. 6345386 - Method and system for advertising applications (2002-02-05),

14. 6269377 - System and method for managing locations of software components via a source list (2001-07-31),

15. 6237144 - Use of relational databases for software installation (2001-05-22),

Title: Celebrating the Innovations of John C. Delo

Introduction: John C. Delo, an accomplished inventor based in Bellevue, WA, has made significant contributions to the field of software technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 15 patents, Delo's innovations focus on enhancing software installation processes and validation systems.

Latest Patents: Among Delo's latest patents is an inventive system for software installation and validation utilizing custom actions. This invention presents a comprehensive software installation and semantic database validation framework, employing a database engine module designed for database maintenance. The database features a custom action table, delineating information about specific actions, where each row represents an individual action. In tandem, the installation engine module effectively reads action values from the custom action table, executing actions as specified, which may include executable programs, Dynamic Link Library modules, or scripts written in popular languages such as JavaScript or Visual Basic.

Career Highlights: Delo currently contributes his expertise at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, where he has played a pivotal role in developing software technologies that facilitate seamless user experiences. His continuous drive for innovation has resulted in numerous advancements in software installations, making them more efficient and reliable.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Delo has collaborated with notable coworkers including Malcolm S. Haar and Chetan A. Parulekar. These partnerships have fostered a dynamic environment for innovation and problem-solving in technology, leading to groundbreaking developments in software engineering.

Conclusion: John C. Delo stands out as a visionary inventor whose contributions have significantly shaped the software landscape. His patented innovations not only streamline software installations but also enhance the overall user experience. As he continues to innovate at Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, Delo exemplifies the spirit of creativity and technical excellence in the field of software technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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