Advanced JasperReports

• Basic knowledge of JasperReports
• Familiarity with SQL and database concepts

Audience

• BI analysts
• ETL developers
• Database professionals

JasperReports is an open-source reporting tool used to create dynamic, content-rich reports and is one of the most popular Java-based reporting libraries.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level database professionals who wish to enhance their skills to create complex reports, customize report templates, and integrate JasperReports with other systems.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Design complex, multi-page reports with advanced layouts, fixed forms with variable sections, and dynamic content.
• Create advanced charts, graphs, and pivot tables to visualize data, and integrate subreports and grouping for detailed data representation.
• Implement security measures, manage user permissions, and utilize JasperReports Server for report scheduling and distribution.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Advanced JasperReports Features

• Overview of advanced reporting capabilities
• Understanding the JasperReports architecture

Working with Subreports

• Creating and integrating subreports
• Parameter passing between main and subreports
• Managing subreport data sources
• Comparisons between groups and sub-reports

Using Variables and Calculations

• Creating and using variables in reports
• Implementing complex calculations
• Aggregating data

Complex Data Source Connections

• Working with multiple data sources
• Creating custom data sources
• Implementing data source filters

Customizing Report Templates

• Creating custom templates
• Using styles and conditional formatting
• Designing dynamic reports

Advanced Charting and Visualization

• Implementing advanced charts and graphs
• Using custom visuals
• Creating and integrating pivot tables
• Integrating third-party visualization libraries

Scripting and Expressions

• Writing custom expressions and scripts
• Using JavaScript and Groovy in JasperReports
• Implementing scriptlets for advanced logic

Parameterization and User Input

• Creating and using complex parameters
• Designing interactive reports
• Implementing parameter-driven report content

Integrating JasperReports with Applications

• Embedding JasperReports in Java applications
• Using JasperReports Server
• Web service integration

Advanced Export Options

• Exporting reports to various formats
• Customizing export configurations
• Implementing custom exporters

Performance Optimization

• Optimizing report performance
• Managing large datasets
• Best practices for efficient report design

Security and Permissions

• Implementing report security
• Managing user permissions and access control
• Using JasperReports Server for secure report distribution

Advanced Grouping Techniques

• More advanced training on the use of groups
• Multipage control
• Fixed form with a variable section inside
• Front and back when the front is variable but the back is fixed

Summary and Next Steps