To enhance the effectiveness of the POS system, it is crucial to incorporate the following essential hardware components. The hardware configurations below are highly recommended:
1. Net framework 4.7.22. SQL Server compact runtime
- .NET Framework 4.7.2 is a mature, Windows-only platform for building, deploying, and running desktop apps, web services, and web applications. Released in April 2018, it includes several improvements in performance, security, and developer experience.
- It is widely used for building Windows Forms and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) desktop applications, allowing developers to create robust and rich user interfaces.
- .NET Framework 4.7.2 is ideal for building and maintaining Windows-based applications with stability, long-term support, and compatibility, particularly for enterprises that rely on older technologies.
- SQL Server Compact (SQL CE) is a lightweight, embedded database engine provided by Microsoft. It is designed for desktop, mobile, and web applications where a full SQL Server installation is unnecessary. It provides a simple, self-contained database solution that is easy to deploy with applications.
3. Compact Viewer
- It will be deprecated as we move to the Postgres server database.
- Compact Viewer is a lightweight and user-friendly application designed for viewing and managing SQL Server Compact (SQL CE) databases. SQL Server Compact is a free, embedded database engine from Microsoft, ideal for small applications and mobile devices.
4. Visual C++ 2010
- Visual C++ 2010 is an integrated development environment (IDE) from Microsoft for developing applications in C++. It is part of Visual Studio 2010 and provides a comprehensive set of tools for building native Windows applications requiring high-performance computing and access to low-level system features.
5. Visual C++ 20126. Visual C++ 2013
- Visual C++ 2012 is part of Visual Studio 2012, a development environment for creating applications in C++. It is used to build high-performance native Windows and cross-platform applications and integrates with .NET for managed applications. Visual C++ 2012 introduces many modern C++ features and tools to improve the developer experience.
7. WebView2
- Visual C++ 2013 is part of Visual Studio 2013, a comprehensive IDE for developing C++ applications. It is used to build native Windows applications, high-performance software, and cross-platform applications. Visual C++ 2013 introduced several new C++11 features and tools for improving code quality, performance, and developer productivity.
- We are currently using Visual Studio 22, so we might not require all of these, but it is as if we started this development in 2010, 2012, or 2013 at the latest.
- WebView2 is a web control that allows developers to embed web content (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) within native applications. It is powered by the Microsoft Edge (Chromium) rendering engine, providing the latest web standards and compatibility.
8. ODBCDriver13ForSqlServer
- ODBC Driver 13 for SQL Server is a Microsoft ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) driver that enables applications to connect to SQL Server databases. It allows users to interact with SQL Server using the standard ODBC API and supports 32-bit and 64-bit architectures.
9. POS For .Net v1.14.1
- POS for .NET v1.14.1 is a Microsoft SDK (Software Development Kit) designed to develop Point of Sale (POS) applications in the .NET framework. It provides a managed .NET API for interacting with retail POS hardware devices, such as barcode scanners, receipt printers, and cash drawers.
10. RabbitMQ
- RabbitMQ is an open-source message broker that facilitates communication between applications or services by sending messages between them in a reliable and scalable manner. It is designed to handle high-throughput scenarios and can support complex message routing.
11. DBeaver
- DBeaver is a free and open-source database management tool with a graphical interface for interacting with various database systems. It is designed for developers, database administrators, and analysts to manage and manipulate data efficiently.
12. Postgres
- PostgreSQL (often called Postgres) is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) known for its robustness, extensibility, and standards compliance. It is designed to handle many workloads, from small single-machine applications to large internet-facing applications with many concurrent users.
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1. Incorrect inventory levels
- If you notice that the inventory levels on your POS system are not syncing correctly with your actual stock, this could indicate a system malfunction. This can occur due to software errors or, less frequently, hardware issues like a faulty scanner that misreads barcodes.
2. System lockups
- This is more severe than unresponsiveness; the system completely freezes and becomes inoperable. This usually requires a hard reboot and could be symptomatic of extreme software or hardware issues, including overheating components or low disk space.
3. Data loss or corruption
- If transaction histories, customer details, or other vital information suddenly go missing or become corrupted, it’s a serious sign that your POS system is malfunctioning. This can be due to hard drive failure, malware attacks, or severe software bugs and should be addressed immediately to prevent further loss and potential legal issues.