Virginia Walbridge Hughes, Jr

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Query Data Management. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2000-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Virginia Walbridge Hughes, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/virginia-walbridge-hughes-jr

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.9

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 326(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Santa Cruz, CA (US) (2005)
Hollister, CA (US) (2000 - 2007)

Company Filing History:

16 out of 166,483

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2000-2007

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Areas of Expertise:

Query Filtering

User-Defined Filters

Custom Reports

Database Health Check

Task Completion Indicators

User Documentation

Data Caching

Input Data Formatting

Installation Planning

Explain Data

Catalog Referencing

Dynamic Customization

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7234118 - Method and apparatus for setting parameters in a system (2007-06-19),

2. 6931389 - System and method for filtering query statements from multiple plans and packages according to user-defined filters of query explain data (2005-08-16),

3. 6768987 - System and method for filtering explain tables (2004-07-27),

4. 6735767 - Installation planning window (2004-05-11),

5. 6631381 - System and method for referencing a user-generated copy of a catalog (2003-10-07),

6. 6604096 - Apparatus and method for locally caching query explain data (2003-08-05),

7. 6542901 - Formatting input data file compatible with workstation application into formatted input data file compatible with second application utilizing user-customized settings (2003-04-01),

8. 6539371 - System and method for filtering query statements according to user-defined filters of query explain data (2003-03-25),

9. 6493700 - System and method for specifying custom qualifiers for explain tables (2002-12-10),

10. 6467080 - Shared, dynamically customizable user documentation (2002-10-15),

11. 6397207 - System and method for selectively preparing customized reports of query explain data (2002-05-28),

12. 6286137 - Method and apparatus of indicating steps in a task which have been completed (2001-09-04),

13. 6195653 - System and method for selectively preparing customized reports of query explain data (2001-02-27),

14. 6182285 - Method and apparatus for generating a default list (2001-01-30),

15. 6115720 - Method and apparatus for performing a health check on a database system (2000-09-05),

Title: Innovations of Virginia Walbridge Hughes, Jr.

Introduction

Virginia Walbridge Hughes, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Hollister, CA (US). She has made significant contributions to technology, holding a total of 16 patents. Her work primarily focuses on methods and systems that enhance user experience and efficiency in software applications.

Latest Patents

One of her latest patents is titled "Method and apparatus for setting parameters in a system." This invention provides a method and apparatus for compensating for deficiencies in programs, assisting users in installing software. It allows users to set parameters during the loading of System Modification Program Extended (SMPE) libraries and provides status reports on jobs executed by the workstation. Additionally, it verifies the health of catalog and directory databases before migration procedures are performed.

Another significant patent is "System and method for filtering query statements from multiple plans and packages according to user-defined filters of query explain data." This invention includes a processor and memory device that execute instructions for filtering query statements based on user-specified criteria. It enhances the user experience by allowing selective exclusion of groups that do not meet the filtering criteria.

Career Highlights

Virginia is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where she continues to innovate and develop new technologies. Her work has had a profound impact on the efficiency and functionality of software systems.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Virginia has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Terry Michael Bleizeffer and Joseph Davis Lea, III. These collaborations have contributed to her success and the advancement of her inventions.

Conclusion

Virginia Walbridge Hughes, Jr. is a pioneering inventor whose work has significantly influenced the field of technology. Her patents reflect her commitment to improving user experience and system efficiency.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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