Generating Reports Using Highcharts and PDF

This README provides instructions on how to generate reports using Highcharts and PDF through a Node.js server. The server accepts JSON data via a POST request, generates charts using Highcharts, converts them to base64-encoded PNG images, and then includes these images in a PDF document.

Prerequisites

• Node.js installed on your machine.
• Postman or a similar tool to make HTTP requests.

Setup Instructions

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd <repository-directory>

2. Install Dependencies

   npm install

3. Run the Server

   npm start

The server will start and run at http://localhost:3000.

Making a POST Request with Postman

1. Open Postman

2. Create a New POST Request

• Set the request type to POST.
• Set the URL to http://localhost:3000/generateMIReport.

3. Set the Request Body

• Select the Body tab.
• Choose raw.
• Paste the json in the sample-request file

4. Send the Request

• Click the Send button to make the POST request.
• The server will process the request, generate the charts, and return a PDF document with the charts included.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you will be able to generate reports using Highcharts and PDF through a Node.js server. Use Postman to send the JSON data and receive a PDF document with the generated charts.