logo

For the Inventor, By the Inventor

Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

John Sae Liang

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications. Top assignee: Couchbase, Inc.. Active years: 2024-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John Sae Liang. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-sae-liang

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6 

% Patents Active = 83.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 7.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 17 
 
Couchbase, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2024-2026

Loading Chart...
6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12705225 - Compaction of documents in a high density data storage system (2026-08-11),
2. 12493607 - Distributed transaction execution in distributed databases (2025-12-09),
3. 12298966 - Distributed transaction execution management in distributed databases (2025-05-13),
4. 12292872 - Compaction of documents in a high density data storage system (2025-05-06),
5. 12287771 - High density data storage based on log structured storage techniques (2025-04-29),
6. 12032560 - Distributed transaction execution management in distributed databases (2024-07-09),

Title: Innovations by John Sae Liang

Introduction

John Sae Liang is an accomplished inventor based in Palo Alto, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of distributed databases and data storage systems. With a total of 6 patents to his name, Liang's work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of database transactions.

Latest Patents

One of Liang's latest patents is titled "Distributed transaction execution management in distributed databases." This invention addresses the challenges of handling transactions from multiple client systems in a distributed database environment. The system ensures that transactions are executed without conflicts by utilizing a check-and-set (CAS) value that changes with modifications. If a mismatch in CAS values is detected, the transaction attempt is aborted, thereby preventing potential conflicts.

Another notable patent is "Compaction of documents in a high density data storage system." This invention employs a hybrid key-value storage engine that integrates a log-structured merge tree with a segmented log-structured object store. The system effectively performs garbage collection of stale document versions while minimizing write amplification. By maintaining a delete list and determining fragmentation levels, the system initiates compaction operations when necessary, ensuring optimal storage efficiency.

Career Highlights

John Sae Liang is currently employed at Couchbase, Inc., where he continues to innovate in the realm of database technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of distributed databases and high-density data storage systems.

Collaborations

Liang collaborates with talented individuals such as Sarath Lakshman and Apaar Gupta, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.

Conclusion

John Sae Liang's contributions to the field of database technology through his patents demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His work continues to influence the way data is managed and stored in modern systems.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
Loading…