Here are the full release notes for version 23.11 (November 2023).

• LabKey Server
• Sample Manager
• Biologics
• Client APIs and Development Notes

LabKey Server

Data Filters

• Use a newline separator for options passed to filter expressions like "equals one of", "contains one of", etc. (docs)

Samples

• Sample types have additional calculated fields for the total available aliquot count and amount.
• Naming patterns can now incorporate a sampleCount or rootSampleCount element. (docs)

Panorama

• Panorama will be compatible with the upcoming Skyline 23.1 file format beginning with version 23.7.3.

Administration

• Administrators can improve security by selecting a new, stronger set of entropy-based password rules. New deployments will default to using this recommended security setting. Site administrators of production deployments will now see a warning if they use the "Weak" password option, which will be removed entirely in the near future.
• Support for Time-based One-time Password (TOTP) 2 Factor Authentication. (docs)

Premium Resources

• Premium Resource: Python Transformation Script: Updated to use a new helper function for transformation scripts.
• Example Code: Add a Container with the Python API

Distribution Changes and Upgrade Notes

• RStudio is changing its name to Posit. The LabKey interface will be updated to reflect this rebranding and any necessary changes in a future release. (learn more)

Sample Manager

The Sample Manager Release Notes list features by monthly version.

• Adding Samples to Storage is easier with preselection of a previously used location, and the ability to select which direction to add new samples: top to bottom or left to right, the default.
• Header menus have been reconfigured to make it easier to find administration, settings, and help functions throughout the application.
• Panels of details for Sample Types, Sources, Storage, etc. are now collapsed and available via hover, putting the focus on the data grid itself.
• When Samples or Sources are created manually, any import aliases that exist will be included as parent fields by default, making it easier to set up expected lineage relationships.
• Grid settings are now persistent when you leave and return to a grid, including which filters, sorts, and paging settings you were using previously.
• View all samples of all types from a new dashboard button. (docs)
• When adding samples to storage, users will see more information about the target storage location including a layout preview for boxes or plates. (docs)
• Longer storage location paths will be 'summarized' for clearer display in some parts of the application. (docs)
• Charts, when available, are now rendered above grids instead of within a popup window. (docs** list features by monthly version.
• Adding Samples to Storage is easier with preselection of a previously used location, and the ability to select which direction to add new samples: top to bottom or left to right, the default.
• Header menus have been reconfigured to make it easier to find administration, settings, and help functions throughout the application.
• Panels of details for Sample Types, Sources, Storage, etc. are now collapsed and available via hover, putting the focus on the data grid itself.
• When Samples, Registry Sources, or Raw Materials are created manually, any import aliases that exist will be included as parent fields by default, making it easier to set up expected lineage relationships.
• Grid settings are now persistent when you leave and return to a grid, including which filters, sorts, and paging settings you were using previously.
• Naming patterns can now incorporate a sampleCount or rootSampleCount element. (docs)
• View all samples of all types from a new dashboard button. (docs)
• When adding samples to storage, users will see more information about the target storage location including a layout preview for boxes or plates. (docs)
• Longer storage location paths will be 'summarized' for clearer display in some parts of the application. (docs)
• Charts, when available, are now rendered above grids instead of within a popup window. (docs)
• Naming patterns can now incorporate a sampleCount or rootSampleCount element. (docs)
• Registry Source detail pages show all samples that are 'descended' from that source. (docs)
• Two new calculated columns provide the "Available" aliquot count and amount, based on the setting of the sample's status. (docs)
• The amount of a sample can be updated easily during discard from storage. (docs)
• Customize the display of date/time values on an application wide basis. (docs)
• The aliquot naming pattern will be shown in the UI when creating or editing a sample type. (docs)
• The allowable box size for storage units has been increased to accommodate common slide boxes with up to 50 rows. (docs)
• Options for saving a custom grid view are clearer. (docs)

Client APIs and Development Notes

• Artifactory has deprecated the use of API keys, so Premium Edition developers will need to switch to using an Identity Token instead. (learn more)
• Improvements in the SecurityPolicyManager, including to more consistently pass in a User object, may require external developers with advanced Java modules to make corresponding changes. Contact your Account Manager if you run into issues in your code related to permissions or finding a "SecurableResource" object.
• API Resources

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Previous Release Notes: Version 23.7