Web Form Data Populates PDF Fields - I Need References

[scottdev]

I want to create a web form requesting several pieces of information and have that information populate fields on a pdf form when they submit the form. They would then be able to proof the pdf information (either on the pdf itself or just text on the screen) and have the opportunity to correct errors and "reprint" the pdf again. If it looks good, they could submit the pdf to me. Two important isues:

1. A particular field repeats and contains the same information within the pdf document.

2. There is an option for them to attach a graphic file and have placed in key locations (with size and orientation requirements)on the pdf. Possibly some code will need to be implemented that automatically resizes and/or rotates the graphic for certain areas.

Any references where I could read up would be helpful.

Thanks

Scott

 

[tgreer]

If you're willing to learn/use PostScript, this is quite easy. I've written several systems for commercial printers, including the flagship e-Commerce system for the U.S.'s largest commercial printer. I'm no longer with them, but you can see at demo of the product at

http://www.cgxcoin.com.

Again, if you're willing to learn, I'm willing to help! Check my website for more info.

The basic model is: design your HTML form to collect information and store in database. Write PostScript to consume this data. Pass the PostScript to a component such as activePDF Server (

http://www.activePDF.com),

which returns a completed PDF.



Thomas D. Greer

http://www.tgreer.com