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The FileMaker Script Debugger is powerful. Its features are often overlooked. In this post we examine the buttons that control stepping through a script.
The post Like a Boss: Using the Script Debugger to its Full Potential appeared first on Geist Interactive.
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[ Edit: 3/16/2016 - With the help of some other people, we have been able to recover, or recreate some of the original images from original thread. ]
Security is always a big topic when it involves data, or people, or possessions. Recently, over on the FileMaker Community, there was a very beneficial discussion regarding security. Unfortunately, that discussion was the victim of a necessary action...and was deleted. It was deleted, because the discussion was tied to a video that, as was det
Free webinar introducing Karbon our free application framework for building ambitious custom business applications. If you are interested in using the FileMaker Workplace Innovation Platform at a high level you'll probably want to see what we have cooked up.
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Forums are a great way to get technical advice for FileMaker but for some reason, many people don't think they have to be nice in the electronic world. I was raised to say "please" and "thank you" and that has translated over to the internet for me. But, other folks think the anonymity of cyberspace is an excuse to be a jerk. Some posters are outright offensive and others will just leave snide responses like, "that wasn't much help". News flash! People on the internet are real and you should be
Hierarchical JSON Viewer / Editor
By Andy Persons & Doug West
One of the standout new features of FileMaker Pro 16 is native support for the JSON data-interchange format. In addition to providing easy integration with a host of online services, it also provides developers with the tools to create robust hierarchical structures for use entirely within FileMaker. This hierarchical JSON viewer / editor file provides some tools for visualizing, manipulating, and leveraging JSON text.
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How Can I host My Claris FileMaker Server?
A FileMaker (or Claris) custom app can be designed and used with a single copy of FileMaker Pro or Claris Pro. One of the key concepts of FileMaker is that a single file can contain everything:
the database structure (tables, fields and relationships)
the user interface (layouts)
automation (scripts)
security (acc
The post Security Audit by NBS appeared first on fmcloud.fm.
As the team of fmcloud.fm, a FileMaker hosting service, we are proud to announce that we have recently undergone a thorough security audit by NBS System. During this audit, NBS performed a series of penetration tests to ensure that our architecture is secure and protected against any potential threats.
We understand that security is of the utmost importance to our clients, and we are committed to
When you deploy a fmcloud.fm server, a subdomain of fmcloud.fm will be assigned to it (you can choose it during the configuration process, whether you’re using our chatbot or our web form.
It means that your server can be reached at my-preferred-subdomain.fmcloud.fm
Of course, the fmcloud.fm domain is secured and all communications with your server are encrypted (SSL/TLS), thanks to your server configuration with the appropriate SSL certificate.
BUT YOU MIGHT ALSO WANT
IS CLARIS FILEMAKER CLOUD-BASED?
Yes and no. The FileMaker platform as well as the new Claris platform can be hosted in the cloud or on premise.
Let’s see the different options.
THE FILEMAKER PLATFORM
The classic FileMaker platform is a pioneer in distributed applications, which means that processing the information is split between the server and the client. This architecture has become
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At the #EngageU conference,
fmcloud.fm unveils new partnership plan with #university campuses
Campus IT managers know the problem well: users create #FileMaker applications within their departments and labs, and it is almost impossible to keep track of them.
In many cases, the cloud is not suitable, for reasons of cost and security.
From now on, fmcloud.fm offers to implement its awarded technology within your #campus, on y
DOCKER IS THE BIG THING, AND IT’S EASY
As Nick Lightbody outlined in an independent study, Docker is a game changer in the FileMaker / Claris deployment business.
It’s super fast, extremely affordable, amazingly flexible (deploy, update, downgrade, move… operations take a few seconds only), and it’s also environment friendly.
So far, fmcloud.fm is the only FileMaker hosting service to run on docker,
If you and your team are accessing your company’s Claris or FileMaker system from desktop computers, mobile devices or a web browser, you’ll need a FileMaker hosting solution. While there are other hosting options for Claris FileMaker available, Productive Computing’s FileMaker hosting service can give you tremendous peace of mind while also saving you and your team time.
If you are considering hosting your on-premise Claris or FileMaker Server to the cloud, think about the kind of service t
When Will This Be Done? We are always asked, “When will this be done?”. Sometimes by customers, sometimes by teammates. It can be tough to answer when we’re not sure if we can meet our delivery dates and deadlines. Remember, everyone involved has the same goals – to understand the current situation and make plans to the best of our ability. The complexity of our work can make planning unpredictable, and that’s frustrating for everyone. But remembering that we all […]
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One of the biggest downsides of any complex FileMaker solution is the growing number of layouts and layout elements you'll have to manage. If your number of navigation (or general menu) items is both static and large, then you're going to have issues with keeping the solution well updated. Aside from this, you could have additional complexity when it comes to controlling which menu items show under certain circumstances.
While there are number of ways to make menu management easier, the best so
Introduction Recently a client asked me to implement a virtual list reporting framework similar to the one I wrote about a few years ago in Virtual List Simplified. I added the framework to the client’s hosted file, and things went smoothly until I ran a report similar to the one shown below… and observed that… Continue reading A Summary Field Bug and WorkaroundView the full article
Are you new to FileMaker Pro or Claris Pro? Have you been asked to work in a custom solution but get stumped by the Claris and FileMaker terminology? And you may even be wondering “what is a solution”? If you do a search for “FileMaker glossary,” you will find a lot of information geared toward FileMaker developers and you may end up more confused. This blog is for you, a non-developer, — someone using FileMaker Pro or Claris Pro systems in your daily activities.
Having the right names for
If you're using Claris/FileMaker for either part-time or full-time development, and you've not installed the MonkeyBread plug-in, then you're doing something wrong. Many of the most desired features for working with code, such as code folding, extended syntax highlighting, variable auto-completion, the ability to search code, line jumping and other convenience features are available for free when you install the MBS (MonkeyBread) plug-in.
In this video, I go over all the free features and how t
One of the key reasons for using a database is having a single source of truth. When the possibility for duplicates enters the equation of "truth" we have a problem.
Dealing with duplicates comes in the forms of cleaning and removing them and preventing them. One of your primary tools for preventing them is to use data validation.
It's simple really. You can only continue to do this unless these conditions are met. Everything must be valid. In Claris Studio/FileMaker your options for setting f
Featuring: Description: In the scenic mountains of north Georgia, open-minded attendees gathered together to connect, learn, and grow with one another. In this episode, our guests focus on why PauseOnError differs from traditional tech conferences and how it ignites new perspectives. Since PauseOnError 2022 ended, we’ve collected attendees’ big learnings and aha moments for The Context Podcast. Listen to their stories and discover why you might want to join them next year. This is the first of
PDF files are essential in the business world, and being able to create and manipulate them is a must. Appending one PDF to another is a handy tool for operations like report generation. We explore options for appending PDFs in FileMaker Server here. Includes a video and sample file.
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For any system with multiple users, transactional scripting is a must to avoid unnecessary bugs. One of the most exciting features of Claris FileMaker 19.6 is the addition of transaction script steps. We dive deeper into the newly released Claris FileMaker 19.6 transaction script step functionality. Includes demo video and sample file. Read the full article here.
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Claris's newest update to the FileMaker platform is here! With Claris FileMaker Server 19.6, there are many changes and improvements to help manage your FileMaker application, including new Admin Console features, WebDirect updates, and performance improvements. Check out the highlights of what you can expect from this newest update here.
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Claris' 19.6 release of the FileMaker platform has launched! Join us as we discuss our favorite new features including built-in support for Transaction scripts, new script steps such as Get(TransactionState), Set Dictionary, Get(CurrentTimeUTCMicroseconds), Get(LastErrorDetail), and Get(LastErrorLocation), as well as the option to delete cached temp files and the option to disable context menus for interactive containers. Read the full article here.
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What Are Transactions? We each conduct transactions every day. We transact when we talk with other people, when we buy goods from a store, and when we check out a book from the library. In the database world, transactions have a similar meaning – exchanging this for that, whether it be ideas, encouragement, or money. Transactions are also a database concept for maintaining data integrity. When working with databases, there are times when you want to make several changes to […]
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Black Friday is back and we're back again with another great deal for elemental_log.
For the entire week beginning Friday 25th November we are discounting the price of all our licenses by up to 50%.
We are doing this to try and encourage other Claris FileMaker developers to take the leap and invest in audit logging for their client solutions. Data privacy and integrity is more important than ever, and elemental_log can help in tracking all cha
While recently working on a FileMaker Mobile solution I came across a number of tricks I was using which I thought might help other developers. The great thing about FileMaker Go is you have access to so many of the core iOS technologies and you can often create very attractive UIs in a short time.
When it comes to controlling access and replicating certain iOS features, you only need a bit of creative thinking. If you see something done in another iOS app you can typically find a combination o
Whatever your payment or subscription needs are, integrating the Authorize.net API with FileMaker is a surefire way to improve your business' workflow. Using Authorize.net's streamlined and straightforward API, your business can instantly and securely interact with customers by integrating with FileMaker. Includes a video and sample file. Read more here.
