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Welcome to the Fulcrum HTML reporting documentation! We're thrilled to guide you in creating your own stats reports with ease. Using a straightforward json configuration file, we'll take you through the process step-by-step, so you can get started in no time. The best part? You don't have to be a coding wizard to do it! Once you've got the hang of the basics, you can even explore deeper customization for your reports using popular programming languages like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. So, let's jump in and elevate your reporting game to new heights!
Welcome to the Fulcrum HTML reporting documentation! We're thrilled to guide you in creating your own stats reports with ease. Using a straightforward json configuration file, we'll take you through the process step-by-step, so you can get started in no time. The best part? You don't have to be a coding wizard to do it! Once you've got the hang of the basics, you can even explore deeper customization for your reports using popular programming languages like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. So, let's jump in and elevate your reporting game to new heights!
What are HTML reports?
What are HTML reports?
HTML reports are a way to present data and statistics in a visually appealing and easily accessible format. By leveraging the power of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, you can create interactive, customizable reports without needing extensive coding experience. These reports often make use of frameworks and libraries, such as Bootstrap 5 and D3.js, to simplify the process and enhance the final outcome.
The foundation of an HTML report is the structure of a webpage, which consists of HTML elements organized in a hierarchical manner. The essential elements include the <html> tag, which wraps the entire document, the <head> tag, where metadata and linked resources reside, and the <body> tag, which contains the main content of the page. By properly structuring your HTML, you can create well-organized reports that are both visually appealing and easy to navigate.
Bootstrap is a popular front-end framework that simplifies the process of designing responsive, mobile-first web pages. It provides pre-built components, such as navigation bars, cards, and forms, which can be easily customized and incorporated into your HTML reports. By using Bootstrap 5, you can create professional-looking, responsive reports with minimal effort.
Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) is a language used for styling web pages. With CSS, you can control the appearance of HTML elements, including their layout, colors, fonts, and animations. By applying CSS to your HTML reports, you can create visually engaging and aesthetically pleasing presentations that effectively communicate your data.
JavaScript is a widely used programming language that allows you to add interactivity and dynamic content to your HTML reports. With JavaScript, you can manipulate the DOM (Document Object Model), handle user input, and even fetch data from external sources. Incorporating JavaScript into your reports can greatly enhance their functionality and user experience.
D3.js is a powerful JavaScript library for manipulating documents based on data. It helps you bring data to life using HTML, SVG, and CSS, enabling you to create visually stunning and interactive data visualizations. By incorporating D3.js into your HTML reports, you can create highly engaging and informative visual representations of your data that allow users to explore and understand the information more effectively.
Fulcrum has made this even easier by incorporating all these technologies and bundling them into an easy-to-use json config file. This approach allows you to harness the power of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap 5, and D3.js without the need for extensive coding knowledge. By following the simple configuration steps provided in the documentation, you can create visually stunning and interactive reports that cater to your specific needs while saving time and effort.
Things You'll Need
Things You'll Need
Here is a list of things you should ensure you have on your mac before starting:
• The HTML Report Template .zip folder which you can download at the bottom of this page
• Web browser such as Safari, Chrome or Firefox
• Text editor such as Sublime Text which will help highlight the syntax and avoid tedious coding errors
• Local web server such as MAMP or a Piston Server to run your html reports on
• An outline of what you want to create and a sprinkle of creativity!!
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