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 Duration 7 hours

Course Outline

Introduction

  • BIRT philosophy and principles / What is BIRT? (Open-source reporting framework for Enterprise Asset Management)
  • BIRT vs. Legacy Reporting (Rationale for migrating from Actuate and the strategic rationale for retaining BIRT)
  • Overview of BIRT features and architecture (Engine, Designer, and the Maximo integration layer)
  • Capabilities beyond static PDFs (Interactive data visualization and export functionalities)

Understanding the Maximo-BIRT Interface

  • Lifecycle of a Maximo Report (Process flow from .rptdesign file to end-user browser rendering)
  • BIRT integration within Maximo (Security protocols, parameter handling, and data source management)
  • Integration mechanisms (V7ViaOverMaximo logic and the associated script library)

Initial Setup and Configuration

  • Establishing the development environment (Adopting a lightweight, deployment-ready methodology)
  • Installing BIRT Designer 4.3.1 as a standalone application (Eclipse configuration and JVM parameter settings)
  • Configuring the workspace (Establishing the Maximo project structure)
  • Database connectivity (Configuring mxreportdatasources.properties and JDBC drivers)

Core Development Procedures

  • Creating initial reports (Developing a basic List Report from foundational elements)
  • Data Sets and Data Sources (Constructing SQL queries compatible with Maximo standards)
  • Report layout and formatting (Utilization of master pages, grids, and tables)
  • Integrating BIRT with Maximo (Importing, registering, and validating within the Report Administration application)

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

  • Common connectivity issues (Addressing SSL, JDBC errors, and authentication failures)
  • Logging and debugging procedures (Analyzing log data to identify root causes)

Summary and Subsequent Actions

  • Performance optimization best practices (Ensuring reporting activities do not compromise server stability)
  • Resources and continuing education (Utilizing the IBM Developer Guide for further proficiency)

Requirements

Prerequisites
  • Foundational SQL Knowledge: Proficiency in SELECT statements and basic filtering techniques.
  • General Computer Proficiency: Capability to manage file directories and extract compressed archives.
  • Familiarity with Maximo Business Objects (User Level): Candidates must understand core Maximo entities (Work Orders, Assets, etc.) and their function within the application interface.

Audience
  • Functional Consultants: Professionals seeking to align business requirements with technical reporting capabilities.
  • Report Authors & Business Analysts: Personnel responsible for data extraction and operational transparency.
  • Junior Administrators: Technical staff initiating responsibilities in Maximo system maintenance and reporting for government agencies.

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