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Hacking Your Own FileMaker Platform Solutions
Should FileMaker Platform developers mount hacking attacks on their own solutions? At first glance, this may seem an odd question. But I believe that the answer is “Yes, we should.”
Consider this. As developers we see our solutions from a totally different perspective than Threat Agents see them. Without practicing our own hacking skills, we can become blind to the vulnerabilities a Threat Agent can exploit to compromise the Confidentiality
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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Part 2: What Should You Consider When Selecting a Development Partner? What Questions Might You Ask a Potential Developer?
Figuring out how to choose a great developer can be bewildering without some insight about what to look for. In this segment of our seven-part series on choosing and working with a custom app developer, we will eXplore some tips on how to vet developer candidates.
Hiring a developer is about creating a working relationship. You want someone who gets your business
GoDraw3 is a FileMaker drawing tool for users. For FileMaker developers, however, it is full of customization. A developer can do with it what she wants.
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Demo Files Minimum version to open the file shown in parentheses. GetRecordIDsFromFoundSet.zip (FM 22) JSONParse Sandbox (FM 22) JSON Array Virtual List Reporting (FM 18) Josh Halpern’s Virtual List JSON Bench (FM 21) Introduction It’s been a couple weeks since the release of FileMaker Pro 22 (a.k.a. 2025), and now that the dust is starting to… Continue reading FileMaker Pro 22: Initial ImpressionsView the full article
One of the greatest advantages of FileMaker's built-in charting tool is its immediate access to aggregated data. This is especially useful when you don't need highly customized charts. If you do require full visual control, using a Web Viewer with JavaScript typically offers much greater flexibility. The downside to that approach, however, is the development time required to extract the data from FileMaker and format it for use in JavaScript. Fortunately, with the help of AI, that process has be
With new script steps and functions designed specifically for AI-powered interaction, the FileMaker 2025 release gives you the tools needed to build intelligent, data-aware features directly into your solutions.
In our video, Introducing Claris FileMaker Pro 2025 New Features – What You Need To Know, Marc Larochelle walks through the new AI capabilities and shows how to configure and use them with real-world examples. If you’re new to AI or just looking for practical guidance, this is a grea
For internal tools, options like Retool, FileMaker, Airtable, and custom web apps each have distinct advantages and limitations. Team must assess their specific needs rather than follow a one-size-fits-all approach. Key questions about users, speed, and complexity should guide the choice for optimal fit and future scalability. View the full article
Join the Claris Community Live event on July 15, 2025, featuring Vincenzo Menanno from Beezwax, discussing FileMaker 2025 (v22). Learn about streamlined app upgrades, secure server integrations, and a modernized UI based on user feedback.View the full article
FileMaker 2025 introduces significant improvements in JSON handling with JSONParse and JSONParsedState functions, allowing access a native JSON representation stored in memory. This enhancement drastically boosts performance, enabling faster processing of large JSON payloads and streamlining script efficiency, making development more effective for complex data scenarios.View the full article
The Generate Response from Model feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows developers to interact with AI models to obtain text responses based on user prompts. This feature extends FileMaker's capabilities in integrating AI-driven content generation into custom solutions. Includes video and demo file.
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The Perform Find by Natural Language feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows users to perform finds using natural language prompts instead of traditional find criteria, interpreting user inputs and dynamically generating find requests. Includes sample file and video.
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Claris just released FileMaker 2025, marking a significant leap forward in the 40-year history of this remarkable database application platform. Every software platform needs AI integration to remain competitive today. Some platforms simply use AI to generate traditional interfaces, which feels more like improving the horse and buggy than inventing robotaxis. While this sort of […]
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The Perform SQL Query by Natural Language feature in Claris FileMaker 2025 allows users to perform SQL queries using natural language prompts instead of manually writing SQL. Includes video and demo file.
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Two notable features in FileMaker 2025, GetRecordIDsFromFoundSet and Go To List of Records, help simplify record manipulation, enhancing efficiency by eliminating the need for complex relationships and unnecessary fields. They enable users to effortlessly select and display various records, reducing technical debt and improving user experience.View the full article
Claris FileMaker Server 2025 is here! This new version is filled with a whole slew of useful features and optimizations for both FileMaker Server and WebDirect. These enhancements will take your FileMaker applications to new heights!
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Speed Up WordPress With 3 Easy Tricks … that aren’t really tricks, just smart site management
by Shane Glover, eXcelisys WordPress developer
If your WordPress site feels “off”—pages load slow, bounce rates go up, conversions stall—it’s probably not your imagination. Slowdowns happen. Luckily, there are plenty of tools that speed up WordPress, but it can be tricky to find the right combination. Recently, a client reached out with a hunch that something was wrong with his site. He was right.
Claris FileMaker 2025 is here! We provide a brief overview of all the new features available in the Claris FileMaker Pro 2025 update, including new AI functions, new UI on macOS, collapsible script steps, and much more.
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One of the powerful new features in recent versions of FileMaker Pro is the Open Quickly feature. While it initially had issues with giving users too much access, those concerns have been resolved through updated privilege settings.
In this short video, I focus on a few things you can do with the Open Quickly feature. From jumping to fields several tables away to managing multiple layouts while working on your design, adopting the Open Quickly feature can significantly speed up your development
The Claris FileMaker 2025 release introduces anticipated AI integration and new features designed to unify the platform. While this update aims to bring the Claris Platform and its developers into the modern, AI-powered era, releases can introduce compatibility issues. Below is a condensed list of how this release affects Proof+Geist products. Proof+Geist Products Compatible with […]
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Claris vient d’annoncer la sortie de FileMaker 2025 (nom commercial de la version 22). Comme il est de coutume, vous retrouverez dans cet article les nouveautés et un point de vue critique pour, d’une part, essayer d’analyser la direction prise, et d’autre part vous permettre d’appréhender ces nouveautés. Généralités importantes Commençons par quelques remarques très […]
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With a big release on the horizon, Claris has a packed week filled with Community Live sessions to answer any and all questions regarding Claris FileMaker 2025. On Wednesday, July 9th, join Todd Geist and Ronnie Rios to discuss the use of AI in your FileMaker 2025 applications. In this session, you’ll learn how to […]
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Everyone asks what DevOps is, but the bigger questions are: who is doing DevOps, where is DevOps being done, and finally, why is DevOps being done? Many Claris FileMaker developers follow a “process” that features crossing fingers, off-hours importing, and frantically checking for backups. You can ensure faster development while maintaining high stability and scalability […]
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For those who have yet to dive into web development— whether you’re intimidated by all there is to learn or still believe that Claris FileMaker isn’t fast enough to support a web app— Eric’s session from Claris Engage 2025 will swiftly prove to you just how feasible web dev is. By utilizing ProofKit (a free […]
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How does durability apply to Claris FileMaker solutions, and how can you make sure that your FileMaker software can stand the test of time? Setting a project up for success doesn’t have an easy checklist, but there are a host of things to consider to keep your FileMaker projects consistent and readable. No matter if […]
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We would like to extend a big thank you to Richard Carlton, who had us on his FM Training.TV livestream again. Todd Geist spent a full week demoing OttoFMS for your Claris FileMaker Server and answering questions. The recordings are now available for all to watch. Join Richard and Todd as they go over the […]
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Having a few pieces of code that can be easily replicated into any solution is one of the best ways to achieve efficiency in development. Yes, AI is revolutionizing how we build solutions, but it's still important to have a personal "treasure chest" of code you're familiar with and don’t need to re-learn.
In this video and technique file, we take a look at just one of many ways to create a wizard-like, multi-step process. Using a slider is likely one of the simplest methods for collecting data
