Chapter 5: Creating XML Report Web Services

Overview

In the previous chapters, we had a look at how to integrate reports into Windows and Web-based applications, but now we need to learn how to leverage those skills and work with XML Report Web Services.

In this chapter, we will be looking at:

An XML report Web Services overview

Creating XML report Web Services

Consuming XML report Web Services

Deploying applications that use XML report Web Services

At the end of this chapter, you will be able to identify what an XML Report Web Service is and understand how it can be used in your application. You should also be able to create a Report Service from an existing Crystal Report and utilize the service with the Crystal Windows or Web Viewer to view the report.