Can Flowfuse create QR codes for registered devices? If it doesn't do it currently, maybe it is a feature that could be considered soon, thinking about this future where spatial computing is used to interact with edge devices
Another feature I thought is the ability to place virtual markers in the environment for each device to quickly allow users to locate them in the factory/environment through the glasses.
Does this make sense? I used chatgpt to help me make my idea more cohesive. I had this idea because I remember salesforce created solutions for field agents using a mobile app. Maybe flowfuse could also give some power to field agents using AR.
Although FlowFuse and Node-RED are built to enable remote maintenance of edge devices, there are many scenarios where on-site access is still necessary — whether due to connectivity issues, security restrictions, or the need for physical interaction with hardware. That’s where augmented reality (AR) can take edge management to the next level.
Imagine a field technician approaching an edge device. A QR code, generated by FlowFuse, is attached to the device. When scanned or simply recognized by the technician’s AR glasses, a floating prompt appears:
“Would you like to access this device?”
By saying “Yes” or tapping a virtual button, the technician instantly sees the Node-RED editor open in their field of view — right there on-site, hands-free, and context-aware. They can inspect, adjust, or deploy flows while standing next to the physical hardware.
Even more, the AR interface could support visualizing Dashboard v2 — allowing technicians to monitor live sensor data, device health, and performance metrics directly within their environment. Charts, logs, and alerts could float beside the equipment they relate to, creating an intuitive digital overlay of the device’s internal state.
Benefits:
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Faster field diagnostics: Technicians can act immediately without needing to contact remote teams or open a laptop.
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Enhanced situational awareness: Real-time data appears in spatial context, helping connect physical issues to digital flows.
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Hands-free interaction: Voice commands and gaze-based UI reduce friction during repairs or inspections.
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Support for restricted environments: Enables flow access in places without remote connectivity or where security limits external access.
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Training and onboarding: AR can assist less experienced staff by visually guiding them through flows, errors, and possible fixes.
In short, while FlowFuse powers scalable, remote edge management, AR brings that power to the field — combining real-time context, flow editing, and live dashboards into a single immersive experience.