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ZBar is an open source software suite for reading bar codes from various sources, including webcams. As its development stopped in 2012, I took the task of keeping it updated with the V4L2 API. This is the main repository for it. A library for reading barcodes from various sources, useful for applications needing barcode scanning.

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Supports multiple barcode formats
Scans from images, video, or device cameras
Easy integration into projects
Open-source with customizable features
Lightweight with high-speed recognition
Cross-platform compatibility

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GNU Library or Lesser General Public License version 3.0 (LGPLv3)

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Linux, Mac, Windows

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Related Categories

C Barcode Scanners

Registered

2024-10-31

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