[rules-users] matches operator

Hi, Has anyone used the "matches" operator? In our application we need to support startWith, endsWith operators for string variable. I am thinking of using matches operator. But the 'matches' operator is not working. I am trying the following code rule "Hello World" when m : Message(message matches "Hello*") then System.out.println( "Hello World"); end And the value set in the message is "Hello World". But it is not going into the then clause. If anyone has already used matches operator I would like to know how we can use it for startswith, endsWith. How do we specify the regular expression? Can we use "*" Thanks, Ashwini DISCLAIMER ========== This e-mail may contain privileged and confidential information which is the property of Persistent Systems Pvt. Ltd. It is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are not authorized to read, retain, copy, print, distribute or use this message. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender and delete all copies of this message. Persistent Systems Pvt. Ltd. does not accept any liability for virus infected mails.