Course Outline
Introduction
- BIRT philosophy and core principles / What is BIRT? (Open-source reporting for Enterprise Asset Management)
- BIRT vs. Classic Reporting (Reasons for the shift from Actuate and the longevity of BIRT)
- Overview of BIRT features and architecture (The Engine, Designer, and Maximo Integration layer)
- Capabilities beyond PDF (Interactive viewing options and data export features)
Understanding the Maximo-BIRT Bridge
- The lifecycle of a Maximo Report (From .rptdesign file to the end-user browser)
- How BIRT integrates with Maximo (Handling Security, Parameters, and Data Sources)
- Mechanics of the Integration (V7ViaOverMaximo logic and the Script Library)
Getting Started
- Setting up the Development Environment (Utilizing the lightweight "unzip-and-go" method)
- Installing BIRT Designer 4.3.1 as a standalone application (Eclipse configuration and JVM parameters)
- Configuring the Workspace (Establishing the Maximo Project structure)
- Connecting to the Database (Configuring mxreportdatasources.properties and JDBC drivers)
Core Development
- Your first report (Creating a simple List Report from scratch)
- Data Sets and Data Sources (Writing SQL queries compatible with Maximo)
- Report Layout and Formatting (Using master pages, grids, and tables)
- Integrating BIRT with Maximo (Importing, Registering, and testing within the Report Administration app)
Troubleshooting
- Common Connection Issues (Addressing SSL, JDBC errors, and login failures)
- Logging and Debugging (Identifying root causes through log analysis)
Summary and Next Steps
- Best Practices for Performance (Ensuring reports do not negatively impact server performance)
- Resources and Further Learning (Navigating the IBM Dev Guide)
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Fundamental SQL Knowledge: Proficiency in SELECT statements and basic filtering techniques.
- General Computer Literacy: Competence in managing file directories and extracting ZIP archives.
- Understanding of Maximo Business Objects (User Level): Candidates should have a grasp of core Maximo entities (like Work Orders and Assets) and their roles within the application interface.
Audience
- Functional Consultants: Professionals seeking to connect business needs with technical reporting capabilities.
- Report Authors & Business Analysts: Specialists tasked with data extraction and enhancing operational visibility.
- Junior Administrators: Technical personnel beginning their career in Maximo system maintenance and reporting.
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- Customized Content: We adapt the syllabus and practical exercises to the real goals and needs of your project.
- Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
- Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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Testimonials (3)
Deepthi was super attuned to my needs, she could tell when to add layers of complexity and when to hold back and take a more structured approach. Deepthi truly worked at my pace and ensured I was able to use the new functions /tools myself by first showing then letting me recreate the items myself which really helped embed the training. I could not be happier with the results of this training and with the level of expertise of Deepthi!
Deepthi - Invest Northern Ireland
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he was well prepared - and he is very sympathetic
Oliver - Post CH AG
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