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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.
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