This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2011-2013.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2011-2013
Title: Maria N Scanlon: Innovator in Query Modeling Tools
Introduction
Maria N Scanlon is a prominent inventor based in Morgan Hill, CA (US). She has made significant contributions to the field of query modeling tools, holding 2 patents that enhance the way users interact with databases. Her work focuses on creating user-friendly interfaces that simplify the process of building and manipulating query language statements.
Latest Patents
Maria's latest patents include a "Query model tool and method for visually grouping and ungrouping predicates." This invention provides a user-friendly query modeling tool that allows users to represent, create, modify, and model query language statements for data retrieval from databases. The tool features a user interface designed for building and manipulating queries, along with a query model definition that populates instances of one or more query models. Additionally, it includes a model content provider that facilitates the interaction between the user interface and the query model, enabling users to easily group and ungroup query elements visually.
Another notable patent is the "Model content provider with reusable components for supporting a plurality of GUI API's." This invention also focuses on user-friendly query modeling, featuring a hierarchical architecture that supports various GUI API's. The architecture includes lower-level API-specific components and higher-level API-independent reusable components, promoting scalability and the ability to add support for new API's.
Career Highlights
Maria N Scanlon is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where she continues to innovate in the field of database query modeling. Her work has significantly impacted how users interact with complex data systems, making it more accessible and efficient.
Collaborations
Throughout her career, Maria has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Brian Gerrit Payton and Andrew Speakes. These collaborations have contributed to the development of her innovative tools and methods.
Conclusion
Maria N Scanlon is a trailblazer in the realm of query modeling tools, with her inventions paving the way for more intuitive data retrieval processes. Her contributions to the field are invaluable, and her work continues to influence the way users engage with databases.