A case for online real-time barcode readers

In this paper we are advocating for the development and adoption of mainstream online real-time barcode reading systems that go beyond common current usage scenarios. The goal is to deliver a reliable and accessible alternative to native applications and proprietary readers. As such we analyze resource dependencies and limitations from a fresh and unconventional perspective in relation to the "in-browser" environment. To attain this feat we propose two barcode service delivery systems: the first one, a modular client-oriented detection framework suited for immediate implementation and the second one, a hybrid system designed for complex cloud infrastructures.