Issue: Revamp and Modernize Android Camera MDS Library for Android 10-15

Description

The current android-camera-mds library is outdated and needs a major revamp to support modern Android devices and coding practices. This issue proposes a comprehensive overhaul of the application, focusing on the following:

• Android API Level Support: Expand compatibility to support Android 10 (API Level 29) to Android 15 (API Level 35).
• Kotlin Rewriting: Migrate the entire codebase to Kotlin for enhanced code readability, conciseness, and safety.
• Modernization: Utilize modern Android APIs and best practices, while keeping compatibility with older versions if possible, for improved camera access, management, and performance.
• API Documentation and Examples: Improve and expand documentation for the library's APIs, including clear explanations, code examples, and usage guidelines.
• Testing and Quality: Implement robust unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability.

Motivation

• Code Modernization: Rewriting in Kotlin improves code maintainability, reduces potential errors, and simplifies future development efforts.
• Improved Performance and Features: Utilizing modern Android APIs can potentially improve performance and provide access to newer features, even while maintaining compatibility with older versions.
• Clearer API and Documentation: Improved documentation will make the library easier to understand and use for developers, leading to faster integration and better adoption.

Proposed Solution

• Migrate the codebase to Kotlin: This will involve converting existing Java code to Kotlin, adhering to best practices and utilizing Kotlin's advantages for improved code quality.
• Update dependencies and build system: Ensure compatibility with the latest Android SDK and dependencies.
• Create comprehensive unit and integration tests: Cover all critical components and functionalities of the library to ensure stability and correctness.
• Refactor and simplify codebase: Optimize the codebase for readability and maintainability, removing any outdated or redundant functionalities.
• Write clear and concise API documentation: Include detailed descriptions, code examples, and usage guidelines for all public APIs.

Expected Outcome

• A modern, stable, and well-documented Android camera library supporting Android 10 to 15.
• Improved code quality and readability.
• Enhanced performance and features by leveraging modern Android APIs.
• Easier adoption and integration for developers.

Tasks

• Phase 1: Migration and Initial Integration:
  • Migrate the codebase to Kotlin.
  • Update camera access and management to utilize the latest Android Camera APIs.
  • Update dependencies and build system.
  • Create basic unit tests.
• Phase 2: Functionality and API Enhancements:
  • Implement all essential functionalities from the previous Java version using the updated Camera APIs.
  • Refactor codebase for improved readability and maintainability.
  • Write comprehensive API documentation.
• Phase 3: Testing and Quality Assurance:
  • Implement thorough unit and integration tests for all functionalities.
  • Ensure code coverage and stability through testing.
  • Refine documentation based on testing feedback.

This issue is intended to be a high-level overview of the proposed revamp. More detailed discussions and task breakdowns will be added during the development process.