Hi Luis, On 22-06-2010 06:08:49 -0700, Luis Fernando Kauer wrote:

I would like to use the embedded server within a Java application connecting through JDBC.

Is it possible?

I'm not sure what you're referring to when you talk about "embedded", but in general the answer is "no".

I would probably need to start the embedded server before trying to connect through JDBC, right?

With that description, strictly speaking you don't have an embedded server.

Or is there a connection string that makes the jdbc driver start and use an embedded server? That would be great!

If not, what's the best way to start the embedded server in Java? 

Tell us what you mean by "embedded server", and what your requirements are, so that we can advise you.