System and method for creating and managing universally unique identifiers for services
US7996434B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F16/907
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method is provided for creating a Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) for a web service. The UUID is stored in service metadata associated with the web service. The UUID can then be used to track services and correlate service information between multiple systems. In accordance with an embodiment, a method is provided for publishing Universal Description Discovery and Integration (UDDI) service information from a metadata repository to a service registry. In accordance with an embodiment, a method is provided for receiving Universal Description Discovery and Integration (UDDI) service information from a service registry into a metadata repository.
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