Have you ever asked yourself how a few black lines can instantly tell a computer what you are buying? The modern world is powered by barcodes quietly, from grocery stores to warehouses and delivery systems. In this video, we explore how barcodes work, where they come from, how scanners read them, what the numbers really mean, and why this simple invention became essential to global trade. You will learn how organizations like GS1 aid in the organization of product codes worldwide. If you've ever been curious about that familiar beep at checkout, this video will change the way you see it forever.
