Barcode-Lib4J 3.1.1

• Added a defensive check for TIFF ImageWriter availability, and implemented proper resource cleanup for the ImageOutputStream along with explicit ImageWriter disposal.

Barcode-Lib4J 3.1.0

• Zero dependencies: Library is now completely self-contained with no external dependencies
• PDF generation: Creates PDFs independently - OpenPDF is no longer required
• EPS/PDF output: Reduced file sizes by ~13% using native rectangle commands instead of rectangular paths
• Enum "BarcodeType": Added six "supports...()" methods to query barcode type properties
• Enum "ImageTransform": Added "getRotationDegrees()" method to retrieve the rotation angle in degrees

Barcode-Lib4J 3.0.0

This major release contains significant breaking changes. Code written for v2.x will require updates.

• Comprehensive migration from primitive types to enums
• Enhanced parameter validation in constructors and methods
• Classes removed or renamed throughout the packages
• Javadoc documentation thoroughly reworked and updated
• Minimum Java version increased from Java 9 to Java 11
• OpenPDF compatibility: Added support for version 3.0.0+
  (limited in pom.xml to 1.3.0-1.4.x due to Java 11 compatibility)

Barcode-Lib4J 2.0.2

First release on GitHub and Maven Central.

The library was previously distributed exclusively via https://www.vw-software.com/java-barcode-library/ and is now available through standard channels for easier integration.