Target has been granted a patent for a computer-implemented method that defines a deployment pipeline for applications. This method includes a structured deployment process with fixed and variable waves, allowing different applications to deploy to user-selected locations while maintaining a consistent deployment framework. GlobalData’s report on Target gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Deployment pipeline for applications with variable locations
The patent US12045594B2 outlines a computer-implemented method for managing deployment pipelines for applications. The method involves defining a deployment pipeline that consists of an ordered series of deployment waves, which include both a set wave and a variable wave. The set wave is uniform across all applications, deploying to a predetermined set of locations, while the variable wave allows users to select different locations for each application. The process initiates upon receiving an indication that a build of the application has been created, leading to the execution of the deployment waves. The method also includes provisions for determining the success of prior deployment waves, which influences the user interface controls for subsequent deployments.
Additionally, the patent describes a machine equipped with a deployment pipeline controller that manages the sequence of deployment steps for application builds. This controller allows for user-defined deployment steps, where users can select specific systems for deployment, while also enforcing limits on the number of systems that can be chosen. The controller ensures that a universal deployment step, applicable to all builds, follows the user-defined steps. Furthermore, upon the creation of a new build, the controller can terminate existing instances of the previous build and prevent further execution of deployment steps until the new build is processed. The method emphasizes user interaction through a dedicated interface, enabling users to designate systems for deployment while adhering to predefined constraints.
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