I think I am over my head

[navyoffi]

I am trying to set up an SQL database to store data (i.e. first name, last name, address...) in order to fill out numerous MS Word and PDF documents. The Word and PDF documents are already created and I want to use the Database to fill out the forms for the user. This way the user only needs to fill out identifying information once.

I've tried searching to find an easy answer to this solution but I have yet to find a viable solution. I have years of programming experience, BUT it has been years since I seriously coded. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[navyoffi]

I am trying to set up an SQL database to store data (i.e. first name, last name, address...) in order to fill out numerous MS Word and PDF documents. The Word and PDF documents are already created and I want to use the Database to fill out the forms for the user. This way the user only needs to fill out identifying information once.

I've tried searching to find an easy answer to this solution but I have yet to find a viable solution. I have years of programming experience, BUT it has been years since I seriously coded. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Okay, done a lot of research today on the topic and I have revised my question substantially.

I no longer wish to use a database, I figured out how to use Dreamweaver forms and now I am looking for a tutorial/help on how to create a php script to fill in various PDF documents. In addition, how do I properly set up the PDF file in order to be filled by the php script?

The website helps out individuals interested in becoming a Naval Officer. Unfortunately the process requires the applicant to fill out a tremendous number of redundant forms. My goal is to make the process easier for applicants by preparing certain fields on all of the forms.

I have access to Dreamweaver and Adobe Professional to complete this task. Thanks.

[navyoffi]

you might want to explain what your trying to do a bit more. Are you just trying to collect information say for instance insurance leads, and have them get auto-filled into applications to be printed or something similar?

I am asking the user for their contact information, job history, family info, etc...

I want to take this information and fill in different portions of about 8 PDF files that all ask for the same information. This saves the user time and effort in filling out redundant information on all the forms.

I hope that explains the situation a little better.

[n2rga]

http://filler.pdfformly.com/en/filler/

a fast Google search turned this up. I bet if you search more you will find more

[navyoffi]

For other individuals attempting the same problem take a look at the following site: http://www.andrewheiss.com/Tutorials...PDFs_and_MySQL

Very informative and HELPFUL.

[navyoffi]

For other individuals attempting the same problem take a look at the following site: http://www.andrewheiss.com/Tutorials...PDFs_and_MySQL

Very informative and HELPFUL.

Alright, I'm making a lot of progress on my project but I hit another speed bump. I am trying to build pdftk on bluehost but I am having a lot of trouble. I downloaded the file pdftk-1.12.tar.gz from http://www.accesspdf.com/article.php/20041129180128366 and followed the appropriate instructions. I then try to run the pdftk file by typing pdftk --help and I receive:

pdftk:command not found

What am I doing wrong? Anyone have a suggestion?

UPDATE: If I type ./pdftk -- help, all is well -> It works fine. Is there a way where I don't have to be in the directory of the file to run the program?

[bluehostmarch13]

Alright, I'm making a lot of progress on my project but I hit another speed bump. I am trying to build pdftk on bluehost but I am having a lot of trouble. I downloaded the file pdftk-1.12.tar.gz from http://www.accesspdf.com/article.php/20041129180128366 and followed the appropriate instructions. I then try to run the pdftk file by typing pdftk --help and I receive:

pdftk:command not found

What am I doing wrong? Anyone have a suggestion?

UPDATE: If I type ./pdftk -- help, all is well -> It works fine. Is there a way where I don't have to be in the directory of the file to run the program?

I am trying to build pdftk but I cannot understand how to. It would be great if that user is still around or if anyone can help

and sorry for reviving such an old thread.

But I need help. I download the pdftk-1.12.tar.gz but don't know what to do with it so that my php script can access it. I am new to linux.

Thanks