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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Introduction
- BIRT philosophy and principles / What is BIRT? (Open-source reporting solutions for Enterprise Asset Management)
- BIRT vs. Classic Reporting (The rationale for transitioning from Actuate and the enduring relevance of BIRT)
- Overview of BIRT features and architecture (The Engine, the Designer, and the Maximo Integration layer)
- Beyond the PDF (Interactive viewing capabilities and data export options)
Understanding the Maximo-BIRT Integration
- The lifecycle of a Maximo Report (From .rptdesign file to the end-user’s browser)
- How BIRT integrates with Maximo (Security frameworks, parameters, and data sources)
- Mechanics of Integration (V7ViaOverMaximo logic and the Script Library)
Getting Started
- Setting up the Development Environment (The streamlined "unzip-and-go" method)
- Installing BIRT Designer 4.3.1 as a standalone application (Eclipse configuration and JVM parameters)
- Configuring the Workspace (Structuring the Maximo Project layout)
- Connecting to the Database (Configuring mxreportdatasources.properties and JDBC drivers)
Core Development
- Your first report (Constructing a basic List Report from the ground up)
- Data Sets and Data Sources (Writing SQL queries compatible with Maximo)
- Report Layout and Formatting (Master pages, grids, and tables)
- Integrating BIRT with Maximo (Importing, registering, and testing within the Report Administration application)
Troubleshooting
- Common Connection Issues (SSL configurations, JDBC errors, and login failures)
- Logging and Debugging (Identifying root causes through log analysis)
Summary and Next Steps
- Performance Best Practices (Ensuring reports do not negatively impact server performance)
- Resources and Further Learning (Navigating the IBM Development Guide)
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Basic SQL Knowledge: Familiarity with SELECT statements and fundamental filtering techniques.
- General Computer Literacy: Competence in managing file directories and extracting ZIP archives.
- Understanding of Maximo Business Objects (User Level): Participants should comprehend core Maximo entities (e.g., Work Orders, Assets) and their roles within the application interface.
Target Audience
- Functional Consultants: Individuals seeking to bridge the gap between business requirements and technical reporting solutions.
- Report Authors & Business Analysts: Professionals tasked with data extraction and enhancing operational visibility.
- Junior Administrators: Technical personnel beginning their careers in Maximo system maintenance and reporting.
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
Course - IBM Cognos Analytics
he was well prepared - and he is very sympathetic
Oliver - Post CH AG
Course - Splunk Fundamentals
lots of pratical exercises
