Updated version and readme.md

Author: ltrudu

AI_MultiBarcodes_Capture/build.gradle.kts

@@ -14,8 +14,8 @@ android {
         applicationId = "com.zebra.ai_multibarcodes_capture.dev"
         minSdk = 34
         targetSdk = 35
-        versionCode = 23
-        versionName = "1.23"
+        versionCode = 24
+        versionName = "1.24"
 
         testInstrumentationRunner = "androidx.test.runner.AndroidJUnitRunner"
     }

CHANGELOG.md

@@ -2,6 +2,59 @@
 
 All notable changes to the AI MultiBarcode Capture Application are documented in this file.
 
+## Version 1.24
+**🚀 Enterprise QR Code Configuration & Enhanced Docker Deployment**
+
+Revolutionary QR Code endpoint configuration capabilities with major Docker infrastructure improvements developed in the Update_WebInterface branch:
+
+### Major New Features:
+• **📱 QR Code Endpoint Configuration System**: Automatic HTTP endpoint configuration by scanning QR codes from the Web Management System, eliminating manual URL entry and deployment complexity
+• **Zero-Typing Setup**: WMS generates QR codes for instant mobile configuration with DataWedge/Zebra Imager integration
+• **🐳 Unified Docker Container Architecture**: Single container deployment containing Apache+PHP web server, MySQL database, and phpMyAdmin services
+• **Enhanced Deployment Scripts**: Automated deployment with `start-services.bat` (Windows) and `start-services.sh` (Linux/macOS)
+• **🌐 Enhanced Web Management System**: Built-in QR code generator, improved responsive design, and better real-time session monitoring
+• **📖 Comprehensive QR Code Documentation**: Complete setup guide with troubleshooting, security guidelines, and deployment procedures
+
+### Technical Enhancements:
+• **Automatic QR Code Processing**: Android app detects QR codes with `AIMultiBarcodeEndpoint:` prefix for instant endpoint configuration
+• **DataWedge Integration**: Built-in QR code scanning via DataWedge profile in SettingsActivity with toast confirmation messages
+• **Multi-Service Container**: Supervisord-managed container with Apache, MySQL, and phpMyAdmin services
+• **Enhanced Security**: Input validation, endpoint verification, and secure configuration handling
+• **Container Orchestration**: Persistent data storage, health monitoring, and simplified management
+
+### Android App Enhancements:
+• **Settings QR Code Scanning**: Integrated QR code detection in SettingsActivity for endpoint configuration
+• **Automatic Validation**: Real-time endpoint format validation and user feedback
+• **String Internationalization**: Added "endpoint_updated_from_qr" message for successful configuration
+• **Thread-Safe Updates**: Proper UI thread handling for QR code processing with runOnUiThread()
+
+### Web Management System Features:
+• **QR Code Generation**: Built-in QR code generator for endpoint configuration sharing
+• **Enhanced User Interface**: Improved responsive design for mobile and desktop compatibility
+• **Better Session Monitoring**: Enhanced real-time updates and device tracking capabilities
+• **Simplified Deployment**: Single container architecture reduces operational complexity
+
+### Docker Infrastructure:
+• **Unified Container**: Single multibarcode-webinterface container with all services
+• **Automated Scripts**: Platform-specific deployment scripts for easy setup
+• **Container Management**: Simplified lifecycle management and maintenance procedures
+• **Development & Production**: Flexible configuration for different deployment environments
+
+### Documentation Updates:
+• **QR Code Configuration Guide**: Step-by-step instructions in Android App Configuration wiki
+• **Troubleshooting Section**: Common QR code scanning issues and solutions
+• **Security Guidelines**: Best practices for QR code deployment in enterprise environments
+• **Docker Deployment**: Updated procedures for unified container architecture
+
+### Enterprise Benefits:
+• **Simplified IT Deployment**: Zero configuration errors with QR code scanning eliminates manual URL mistakes
+• **Rapid Device Setup**: Multiple devices can be configured in seconds with QR code scanning
+• **Scalable Infrastructure**: Single container management reduces operational overhead and complexity
+• **Enhanced Monitoring**: Better visibility into device connections, configurations, and session data
+• **User-Friendly Setup**: No technical knowledge required for endpoint configuration
+
+The QR Code configuration system transforms enterprise deployment from complex manual setup to simple one-scan configuration, while the unified Docker container architecture simplifies deployment and maintenance for IT teams. This release establishes AI MultiBarcode Capture as the premier enterprise barcode scanning solution with industry-leading deployment simplicity.
+
 ## Version 1.23
 **🚀 Enterprise Web Management System with Real-Time Data Synchronization**
 
@@ -22,7 +75,7 @@ Revolutionary enterprise-grade web management system with complete Docker deploy
 • **Symbology Mapping System**: Accurate barcode type identification and display in web interface with corrected database mappings
 • **Complete Database Schema**: Optimized MySQL database with sessions, barcodes, and symbology_types tables with proper foreign key relationships
 • **Multi-Format Export**: Web-based export to Excel (.xlsx), CSV (.csv), and text (.txt) formats with batch operations and session management
-• **Production-Ready Architecture**: SSL/TLS support, database optimization, security configuration, performance tuning, and horizontal scalability features
+• **Production-Ready Architecture**: Database optimization, security configuration, performance tuning, and horizontal scalability features
 
 ### Web Management System Features:
 • **Real-Time Session Monitoring**: Live display of scanning sessions with device information, barcode counts, and timestamps

README.md

@@ -1,6 +1,6 @@
 # AI MultiBarcode Capture Application
 
-[![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-Zebra%20Development%20Tool-blue)](https://github.com/ZebraDevs/AISuite_Android_Samples/blob/main/Zebra%20Development%20Tool%20License.pdf) [![Platform](https://img.shields.io/badge/Platform-Android-green)](https://developer.android.com/) [![Language](https://img.shields.io/badge/Language-Java-orange)](https://www.java.com/) [![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/Version-1.23-brightgreen)](CHANGELOG.md) [![API](https://img.shields.io/badge/API-34%2B-yellow)](https://developer.android.com/about/versions/14) [![SDK](https://img.shields.io/badge/Zebra%20AI%20Vision%20SDK-3.0.2-blue)](https://developer.zebra.com/)
+[![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/License-Zebra%20Development%20Tool-blue)](https://github.com/ZebraDevs/AISuite_Android_Samples/blob/main/Zebra%20Development%20Tool%20License.pdf) [![Platform](https://img.shields.io/badge/Platform-Android-green)](https://developer.android.com/) [![Language](https://img.shields.io/badge/Language-Java-orange)](https://www.java.com/) [![Version](https://img.shields.io/badge/Version-1.24-brightgreen)](CHANGELOG.md) [![API](https://img.shields.io/badge/API-34%2B-yellow)](https://developer.android.com/about/versions/14) [![SDK](https://img.shields.io/badge/Zebra%20AI%20Vision%20SDK-3.0.2-blue)](https://developer.zebra.com/)
 
 A comprehensive Android enterprise application demonstrating Zebra AI Vision SDK capabilities for simultaneous multi-barcode detection, tracking, and session-based data management with enterprise deployment features.
 
@@ -13,60 +13,44 @@ https://github.com/ltrudu/AI_MutliBarcodes_Capture
 
 ## 📅 What's New
 
-### **Version 1.23** 🚀
-**Enterprise Web Management System with Real-Time Data Synchronization**
+### **Version 1.24** 🚀
+**Enterprise QR Code Configuration & Enhanced Docker Deployment**
 
-Revolutionary enterprise-grade web management system with complete Docker deployment and real-time barcode data synchronization:
+Revolutionary **QR Code endpoint configuration** capabilities with major Docker infrastructure improvements:
 
-• **Complete Web Management System (WMS)**: Full-featured web interface for real-time barcode session monitoring and management
+• **📱 QR Code Endpoint Configuration**: Automatically configure HTTP endpoints by scanning QR codes from the Web Management System - eliminates manual URL entry and deployment complexity
 
-• **HTTP(s) Post Integration**: Dual-mode operation - Android app can now upload data directly to web backend via HTTP/HTTPS endpoints
+• **Zero-Typing Setup**: WMS generates QR codes for instant mobile configuration with Zebra Imager integration
 
-• **Real-Time Data Synchronization**: Live dashboard with 1-second refresh intervals showing barcode captures as they happen
+• **🐳 Unified Docker Container**: Single container deployment containing Apache+PHP web server, MySQL database, and phpMyAdmin in one unified container
 
-• **Docker Infrastructure**: Complete containerized deployment with Apache, MySQL, and phpMyAdmin services
+• **Simplified Deployment**: Enhanced deployment scripts for Windows (`start-services.bat`) and Linux/macOS (`start-services.sh`) with automated container management
 
-• **Enterprise REST API**: Comprehensive API backend with session management, barcode processing, and data export capabilities
+• **🌐 Enhanced WMS Interface**: Built-in QR code generator, improved responsive design, and better real-time session monitoring
 
-• **Device Hostname Tracking**: Automatic device identification with unique hostname generation for multi-device environments
-
-• **Comprehensive Documentation**: 15+ detailed wiki guides covering setup, deployment, Docker configuration, and API integration
-
-• **Production-Ready Architecture**: SSL support, database optimization, security configuration, and scalability features
+• **📖 Comprehensive Documentation**: Complete QR code configuration guide with troubleshooting, security guidelines, and deployment procedures
 
 **Key Technical Features:**
-• **Dual Processing Modes**: File-based (offline) and HTTP(s) Post (real-time) with seamless mode switching
-
-• **Network Security Configuration**: Automatic cleartext HTTP support for development environments
-
-• **Symbology Mapping System**: Accurate barcode type identification and display in web interface
-
-• **Complete Database Schema**: Optimized MySQL database with sessions, barcodes, and symbology management
-
-• **Multi-Format Export**: Web-based export to Excel, CSV, and text formats with batch operations
-
-The enterprise web management system transforms the standalone Android app into a complete enterprise solution with real-time monitoring, centralized data management, and comprehensive deployment documentation for production environments.
-
-### **Version 1.22**
-**Enhanced Session Management with Advanced Folder Operations**
+• **Automatic Endpoint Detection**: Android app processes QR codes with `AIMultiBarcodeEndpoint:` prefix for instant configuration
 
-Comprehensive session file management with intelligent UI and folder operations:
+• **DataWedge Integration**: Built-in QR code scanning via DataWedge profile in settings with toast confirmation
 
-• **Folder Long Press Selection**: Select folders using long press gesture (500ms) with haptic feedback for rename and delete operations
+• **Container Architecture**: Multi-service container with supervisord management and persistent data storage
 
-• **Context-Sensitive UI**: Smart button and menu visibility based on selection state - Select/Share buttons only appear for files
+• **Enterprise Ready**: Enhanced device tracking, session management, and data export capabilities
 
-• **Dynamic Menu System**: Rename and Delete menu options automatically hide when nothing is selected
+• **Security & Validation**: Input validation, endpoint verification, and secure configuration handling
 
-• **Enhanced File Operations**: Separate handling for file and folder operations with appropriate UI messaging
+**Enterprise Benefits:**
+• **Simplified IT Deployment**: Zero configuration errors with QR code scanning
 
-• **Intelligent Touch Handling**: Long press cancellation on finger movement prevents accidental folder selection
+• **Rapid Device Setup**: Multiple devices configured in seconds
 
-• **Complete Internationalization**: All folder operation features fully translated across 72 supported languages
+• **Scalable Infrastructure**: Single container management reduces operational overhead
 
-• **Improved User Experience**: Unified file/folder management with consistent visual feedback and error messaging
+• **Enhanced Monitoring**: Better visibility into device connections and configurations
 
-The enhanced session management system provides intuitive folder operations while maintaining smart UI behavior that adapts to user selection context, ensuring optimal usability for both file and folder management tasks.
+The QR Code configuration system transforms enterprise deployment from complex manual setup to simple one-scan configuration, while the unified Docker container architecture simplifies deployment and maintenance for IT teams.
 
 📋 **[View Complete Changelog](CHANGELOG.md)** for previous versions and detailed release history.