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b/website-v2/blog/2023-11-28-release-093.md
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@@ -5,12 +5,11 @@ authorURL: "https://github.com/bossenti";
authorImageURL: "/img/bossenmaier.png"
---
-**<div style={{float: 'left', paddingRight: '40px'}}>7 minutes to read</div>**
+**<div style={{float: 'left', paddingRight: '40px'}}>9 minutes to read</div>**
-We're excited to share the release of StreamPipes 0.93.0, bringing with it a
range of bug fixes, performance
-enhancements, and new features. This release places a strong emphasis on
refining the technical foundations of
-StreamPipes, featuring significant changes that set the stage for our upcoming
1.0 release.
-Nevertheless, we have also worked on several improvements that are directly
visible to the end user.
+We're excited to share the release of StreamPipes 0.93.0, bringing with it a
range of bug fixes and new features.
+This release places a strong emphasis on refining the technical foundations of
+StreamPipes, featuring significant changes that set the stage for our major
1.0 release.
Nevertheless, we haven't overlooked the end-user experience and have
implemented several enhancements.
Let's delve into the key updates introduced in this release.
@@ -20,12 +19,36 @@ The current release can be downloaded <a
href="https://streampipes.apache.org/do
## Adapters & Pipeline Elements
+### Editing existing adapters
+
+StreamPipes has streamlined the process of modifying existing adapter
instances, eliminating the inconvenience users
+previously faced. In prior versions, altering an adapter required a cumbersome
sequence of stopping, deleting, and then
+recreating the adapter. However, with the introduction of StreamPipes 0.93.0,
this arduous process is now a thing of the
+past.
+
+Users can now seamlessly edit running adapters, and the changes will be
applied automatically, obviating the need for
+the aforementioned manual steps. To guide you through this newfound
capability, refer to the below animation,
+which demonstrates how to modify an existing adapter.
+
+<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/edit-adapter-success.gif" alt="animation of
editing a running adapter"/>
+
+<br/><br/>
+
+While the automatic migration seamlessly handles the majority of cases, there
are instances where it may not be
+feasible. One such scenario arises when an event property, used by a pipeline
element, is removed. In such cases,
+StreamPipes proactively alerts users before initiating the adapter update.
Following the alert, the system takes
+precautionary measures by halting the adapter and marking the associated
pipeline for review.
+
+<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/edit-adapter-fail.gif" alt="animation of
editing running adapter where migration cannot be performed"/>
+
### OPC-UA allows detailed & asynchronous browsing
We have fully reworked the browsing interface of our OPC-UA adapter.
<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/opc-ua-demo.gif" alt="demonstration of the new
OPC UA capabilities described below"/>
+<br/><br/>
+
Now, all you need to do is specify the URL where the OPC UA server is
accessible, eliminating the need to concern
yourself with namespaces or node ids. Once the URL is provided, the adapter
effortlessly presents all top-level nodes
within the user interface. You can then navigate through the node tree
interactively by clicking on the desired node.
@@ -33,19 +56,21 @@ within the user interface. You can then navigate through
the node tree interacti
For every data node, accessing node information is a breeze – simply click on
the eye icon. If you wish to subscribe to
a particular node, a straightforward click on the plus icon is all it takes.
-All the nodes you select become integral to the event structure of this
adapter, accessible by clicking on 'Next'. The
+All the nodes you select become integral to the event structure of this
adapter, accessible by clicking on `Next`. The
ensuing view not only displays the OPC UA status for each node but also allows
for the removal of a node with ease,
-especially if its status is not 'Good'.
+especially if its status is not `Good`.
<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/opc-ua-status.png" alt="Screenshot of the OPC
UA event view that shows the status codes"/>
### Adapter for S7 PLCs supports array-based data
Until now, our S7 PLC adapter lacked the capability to read values structured
in arrays. We're pleased to announce that
-this limitation has been addressed through the introduction of an 'Advanced'
register input mode.
+this limitation has been addressed through the introduction of an `Advanced`
register input mode.
<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/s7-advanced-mode.png" alt="Screenshot of new
advanced register input mode for S7 PLC adapter"/>
+<br/><br/>
+
This new mode empowers you to configure the registers to be queried in a
manner specific to the requirements of our
underlying dependency, [PLC4X](https://plc4x.apache.org). For detailed
insights and guidance on the configuration
process, refer to the [PLC4X S7
documentation](https://plc4x.apache.org/users/protocols/s7.html).
@@ -61,18 +86,20 @@ temperature=%DB3.DB0.0[BOOL]
The [IO-Link Master (AL1350)](https://www.ifm.com/de/en/product/AL1350) from
ifm comes equipped with an IoT interface
designed for transmitting sensor data via MQTT. With the introduction of this
adapter, users gain the capability to
-effortlessly incorporate IO-Link sensor data into StreamPipes.
-
-By leveraging this adapter, users can achieve seamless integration, creating a
unified and consistent event schema
-within StreamPipes. This integration empowers users to effortlessly connect to
data from any ifm sensor linked to the
-IO-Link Master using StreamPipes.
+effortlessly incorporate IO-Link sensor data into StreamPipes. This
experimental integration empowers users to
+effortlessly connect to data from the ifm sensor VVB001.
For more details refer to
the [adapter
documentation](https://streampipes.apache.org/docs/next/pe/org.apache.streampipes.connect.iiot.adapters.iolink/).
+For the integration of additional sensors we are thinking about supporting
[IODD](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IODD).
+Your feedback on these considerations is invaluable to us. If you find the
integration of IODD
+for supporting more sensors within StreamPipes appealing or have insights to
share, we welcome your input. Please let us
+know your thoughts on this potential feature enhancement.
+
### New Processor: Numeric Rounding
-Introducing our latest data processor, `Numeric Rounding`, designed to perform
rounding operations on numeric values
+Introducing our latest data processor, *Numeric Rounding* , designed to
perform rounding operations on numeric values
within an event stream. This processor enables users to select one or more
numeric values from their event data,
specifying the desired rounding precision and the rounding mode.
@@ -94,6 +121,14 @@ since startup. This enhancement provides a quick and
efficient means to evaluate
<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/adapter-information.png" alt="Screenshot that
shows the extended information for existing adapters"/>
+#### Interactive tutorial is back
+
+Upon initiating a new StreamPipes instance, a dialog prompts users to embark
on an interactive tutorial showcasing the
+platform's key features. We're pleased to announce that this tutorial is now
operational again. Enjoy exploring and
+discovering the most important functionalities in StreamPipes. Happy learning!
+
+<img src="/img/blog/2023-11-28/interactive-tutorial.png" alt="Screenshot of
the interactive tutorial"/>
+
## Deployment
### Kubernetes Deployment
@@ -129,7 +164,6 @@ step-by-step guide on configuring Prometheus and Grafana to
monitor StreamPipes
### New Deployment mode for first time users
-ChatGPT
To simplify onboarding with Apache StreamPipes and demonstrate its
capabilities, we've added a quickstart deployment
option. This docker-compose variant provides users with a pre-configured
StreamPipes instance and rich examples. Explore
it in our [user
guide]("https://streampipes.apache.org/docs/user-guide-for-quickstart/";).
@@ -156,9 +190,14 @@ greater customization options for notifications.
In this release, we've eliminated legacy resources that were initially
employed for demonstration purposes. As these
resources are no longer actively supported, we have decided to completely
remove them. The affected components include
the vehicle simulator and watertank simulator.
-
This removal has led to the discontinuation of the StreamPipes package
`streampipes-sources`.
+Furthermore, we are pleased to announce the forthcoming removal of Consul as
an additional dependency required to run
+StreamPipes in the upcoming release. Within this release, we have already
implemented the fundamental steps to eliminate
+the need for Consul. This marks a significant stride towards making
StreamPipes a more lightweight platform. It's
+crucial to highlight that this modification is purely a technical enhancement
and will have no impact on the end user
+experience.
+
## Enable migrations for pipeline elements
We have established a crucial technical foundation to simplify the update
process for upcoming versions of StreamPipes.
@@ -168,9 +207,18 @@ our
[documentation](https://streampipes.apache.org/docs/extend-sdk-migration/).
## New Homepage
-We've undergone a comprehensive redesign of our website,
[streampipes.apache.org](https://streampipes.apache.org). Take a moment to
explore the new look,
+We've undergone a comprehensive redesign of our website,
[streampipes.apache.org](https://streampipes.apache.org). Take
+a moment to explore the new look,
and we welcome your feedback on your experience. Let us know what you think!
+## Security
+
+We've addressed a vulnerability in the default password generation for new
users during the self-registration process.
+Previously, a cryptographically weak pseudo-random number generator (PRNG) was
utilized, but we've now rectified this by
+implementing Apache Commons RNG. We extend our sincere thanks to Alessandro
Albani from the Digital Security Division
+Var
+Group for bringing this to our attention.
+
## Final Remarks
We highly recommend updating to StreamPipes 0.93.0 to take advantage of these
new features, bug fixes, and improvements.
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