FHIR Server Build 20181031-1: Updates to Authentication, Search Parameters, and Packages

Details

This release note details technical updates made in build 20181031-1 of the fhir-server. Key changes include the implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and enhanced integration with Azure AD. Specifically, deployment scripts were added for defining application roles and assigning users to these roles, significantly improving the authentication process. Furthermore, a composite search parameter, `Observation-combo-code-value-quantity`, was introduced for FHIR resource searching. This allows simultaneous searching using pairs of code and quantity values, which is useful for complex clinical data queries. The release also included version updates for multiple packages (e.g., xunit, MediatR) and general library updates, enhancing overall server stability and functionality. These changes significantly strengthen the security and search capabilities of FHIR-based healthcare information systems.