Hi, For a Java web application that I am currently working on, I have to create/embed a flowchart creator in it. Users should be able to create their own flowcharts and save the details of the flowchart in a database via Hibernate, for future retrieval. Does anybody know a suitable Java library or any API that I can use for this purpose? I am thinking of having an applet, but I'm not too sure if it is the best way to implement that feature. Thanks in advance.
A Java applet is the best way to implement this feature. There are enough well-done Java libraries that allow you to build flowcharts. I recommend you to have a look at JGraph first - it's a powerful open source solution. JDiagram is another component if you are ready to pay for it. The only trouble would be transferring a ready flowchart from the applet to the server.