What is JFreeChart?
JFreeChart is a feature-rich, free Java chart library that enables developers to add impressive charts and graphs to their Java applications. Originally created by David Gilbert in 2000, JFreeChart has grown to become one of the most widely used Java charting solutions.
Some key capabilities and benefits of JFreeChart include:
- Open-source library distributed under LGPL license
- Supports a wide variety of chart types: pie charts, bar charts, line charts, XY plots, time series charts, Gantt charts, scatter plots, and more
- Extensive customization options - control colors, fonts, legends, axes, etc
- Flexible design that can be used for both server-side and client-side chart generation
- Integrates well with other Java libraries and web frameworks like Spring and JSF
- Includes advanced features like interactive charts, animated Zoom/Pan, annotations and more
- Backed by a large community of developers and users
Companies from various industries use JFreeChart to add visually appealing, interactive charts and graphs to web dashboards, PDF reports, Swing applications and more. With its flexible API and comprehensive features, JFreeChart reduces the effort required for chart implementation in Java projects.