Architecture News

Create, Edit, and Customize JavaScript Data Tables

April 29, 2026

Use Highcharts Grid Pro to give your JavaScript apps a complete interactive data experience.

Highcharts Grid Pro is a versatile data grid component developed by the creators of Highcharts, offering both standalone functionality and tight integration within the Highcharts and Highcharts Dashboards ecosystems. It features advanced capabilities such as real-time data binding, column sorting, filtering, inline editing, pagination, and data export, enabling users to work with structured data efficiently. Features include:

Interactive Cell Editing
Configurable Validation Rules
Sparklines
Custom Behavior with Events
Full Branding Control
Much More!

Highcharts Grid Pro is licensed per developer as an Annual or Perpetual License with Internal, Saas, SaaS+ and OEM distribution options. The annual license includes support and all product updates for 1 year and must be renewed to continue to use the software. The perpetual license includes an "Advantage Subscription" which provides support and updates for a set period of time. If you do not renew Advantage then you may continue to use the software at the last release available during the active Advantage period. See our Highcharts Grid Pro licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our Highcharts Grid Pro product page.

Interact with Reports in React Web Applications

April 28, 2026

Stimulsoft Reports.WEB 2026.2 introduces a native React Viewer that simplifies integration and accelerates modern web development.

Stimulsoft Reports.WEB is a cross-platform reporting solution designed for integration within web applications. It leverages a client-server architecture for report generation, viewing, printing, and exporting directly in web browsers. Its powerful .NET report engine offers efficient report processing, a user-friendly HTML5 report designer for building reports with various data sources and visualizations, and an interactive HTML5 viewer for seamless report display within web applications. This integration allows developers to implement robust reporting functionalities without browser plugins or additional client-side dependencies.

The Stimulsoft Reports.WEB 2026.2 update introduces a native React Viewer component that allows developers to embed report viewing and interaction directly within React applications using standard npm and NuGet packages. This approach simplifies integration and deployment by aligning with familiar tooling and workflows, while the clear separation between client-side and server-side components supports scalable architecture and easier maintenance. It also enhances performance through efficient client-side rendering and provides a consistent way to deliver interactive reporting functionality within modern web development environments.

To see a full list of what's new in 2026.2, see our release notes.

Stimulsoft Reports.WEB is licensed per developer and is available as a perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our Stimulsoft Reports.WEB licensing page for full details.

Stimulsoft Reports.WEB is available individually or as part of Stimulsoft Ultimate.

Export Charts to PDF in jQuery

April 28, 2026

Enable data visualization with PDF export capabilities in jQuery, allowing users to easily distribute charts as PDF files directly from the browser.

Exporting charts to PDF involves generating a static, portable document version of a chart that preserves its visual structure and data representation. This capability is valuable for reporting, compliance, and sharing insights in a consistent format that does not depend on a live application or browser environment. It allows teams to distribute visual data in a widely accepted file format, ensures layout stability across devices, and supports archival or print-ready use cases without requiring additional tooling.

Several jQuery chart components allow you to export to PDF, including:

DevExtreme jQuery Chart (part of DevExtreme Complete by DevExpress) lets you export charts to PDF with customizable layouts, preserving fidelity, annotations, and data clarity.
Kendo UI jQuery Charts (part of Kendo UI by Telerik) provides built-in chart export to PDF through its drawing API for direct browser-based document generation.
FusionCharts Suite XT includes native PDF export capabilities for charts, supporting both client-side generation and server-side services for flexible deployment.
jQWidgets Chart (part of jQWidgets) offers a dedicated saveAsPDF method within its API, enabling the direct export of chart content to PDF with optional server-side handling.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of jQuery chart components.

Compare jQuery Chart Components

Include Scannable Barcodes in Reports

April 27, 2026

Improve report accuracy with barcodes for fast, reliable data capture, system integration, and enhanced traceability.

Barcodes in reports involve adding machine readable codes, such as QR codes or linear barcodes, into printed or digital reports to enable quick scanning and automated data capture. This improves accuracy by reducing manual entry, increases efficiency through faster access to information, and supports integration with systems like inventory, CRM, or ERP platforms. It also enhances traceability for tracking items, documents, or transactions. Common use cases include inventory management, order processing, healthcare records, and invoice or ticket verification where speed and reliability are essential.

Several .NET WinForms Reporting controls include Barcodes including:

DevExpress Reporting lets you incorporate barcodes into reports for accurate data capture, improved traceability, and integration across systems.
TX Text Control .NET for Windows Forms Professional facilitates barcode integration within documents and reports, enabling reliable data capture, and improved tracking.
ActiveReports.NET Standard by MESCIUS allows you to embed barcodes in reports to enhance accuracy, accelerate processing, and connect efficiently with applications.
FastReport .NET WinForms lets you add barcodes to reports for fast scanning, reduced errors, enhanced traceability, and smooth data exchange with connected systems.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET WinForms Reporting Controls.

Compare .NET WinForms Reporting Controls

JetBrains PHPverse 2026 - Celebrating 31 Years of PHP

April 27, 2026

Join this live-streamed event focused on modern PHP practices and the future of the language.

PHP turns 31 this June, and JetBrains is marking it with PHPverse 2026—a free, live-streamed event focused on modern PHP and its future. This all-day event begins at 7:00 AM EDT (13:00 CET) on June 9th, 2026. This year’s lineup includes speakers like Jeffrey Way, Fabien Potencier, Jonathan Bossenger, and Elizabeth Barron. PHPverse gives you the opportunity to: