PdfReport

PdfReport is a handy reporting engine that takes a code-first approach. It's built using the EPPlus and iTextSharp libraries. The cool thing about this library is that it helps you save time. You won’t have to spend ages learning how to use different libraries.

Compatibility That Matters

The best part about PdfReport is its amazing compatibility. It works with all sorts of data types, whether it's standard data tables or more complex, strongly typed lists in memory. Plus, it supports RTL languages and can be used with .NET 3.5+ for both Web and Windows apps!

Benefits of Using a Code-First Engine

Besides saving your precious time, there are other great reasons to use this code-first reporting engine. You won’t need to keep checking the database for changes anymore! Any changes can be tracked right in the domain models and migrated easily.

Another bonus? Developers have complete control at each table level, so there's no need for those .edmx files or T4 script executions. And don’t worry about data loss; users can make changes in the database without stressing over losing anything important.

Challenges When Working with Many Tables

However, there are some challenges when you’re dealing with hundreds of tables. In that case, you’ll need to create the domain models manually, which can be quite tedious. Also, writing database objects can get pretty complex and might feel a bit overwhelming.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re looking to streamline your reporting process and want more info on PdfReport, check out this link. It’s definitely worth considering!