If you're using Crystal, make sure to consider simply generating XML files for input and then the reports are for presentation only. Simplifies the process.
If you're looking for IBM i based alternatives our iForms product can be used to natively generates reports and electronic forms in a variety of formats including print, PDF, HTML, RTC, CSV and more.
CL commands can also be embedded in your application code as needed.
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message: 1
date: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:30:14 -0400
from: Hoteltravelfundotcom <hoteltravelfun@xxxxxxxxx>
subject: Crystal Reports using AS/400 data
Was interested in hearing how people find using CR with the AS/400.
How do you make the connection is there any issues there.
Do you use Logical views on the AS/400 or run SQL Queries. Assuming for dynamic needs from user, wants latest data.
Do you make all formatting and data massaging on the AS/400 or do you use the formula features of CR.
I heard that fastest method for CR is to use their parameters for filtering, is this so?
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