Generating a PDF report in Java

Question

I've been handed the task (not sure if i like it or not) of generating a PDF export in an eclipse RCP app. I'm looking for a framework with as little effort as possible I can pass in a pojo model and some kind of template and presto.. get a PDF report back. I've taken a look at BIRT and I'm sure it offers that functionality just was hard to read through all the stuff does anyone have a tool they use to do this that is really easy or any ideas of how to move forward? Thanks - Duncan krebs

Answer 1

iText is great for generating all kinds of PDFs, but If you're going to do reports, then I have to recommend JasperReports .

Also, you can use iReport to simplify the design of your jasper reports.

Answer 2

I think the most widely used framework for this purpose is iText . Be sure to check out the terms of use .

Answer 3

I use iText with Spring. A good example can be found in Springs tutorial at Spring pdf