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FileMaker offers many different options for charting, but if you need a chart that is not available in FileMaker, you should consider using Google Charts. Google Charts is a free Javascript framework that can be used in conjunction with web viewers in FileMaker to extend your charting capabilities: https://dbservices.com/articles/google-charts-in-filemaker/
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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
The FileMaker Let function is your tool to make a calculation readable, well formatted and easy to debug. Let us discuss how it can be used.
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Part 2: What Should You Consider When Selecting a Development Partner? What Questions Might You Ask a Potential Developer?
Hiring a developer is about creating a working relationship. You want someone who gets your business and gets you. Having a good working relationship often determines the success or failure of a development project. Hire someone you are comfortable with who also has the skills necessary to make your project successful. Beyond the quality of the working relationsh
FileMaker Kanban is the latest tool that offers familiar functionality for users and flexibility for the developer. It offers great functionality and organizes your data visually into lanes and cards.
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Demo file: boxed-summary-groups.zip Recently I needed to produce a summary report with variable height rows and each group enclosed in a rectangular box. To make the challenge more interesting, there were multiple fields in the body part, and it was not known in advance which would be tallest. At any rate, the approach I decided… Continue reading Boxed Summary Groups for ReportsView the full article
Becoming familiar with all of FileMaker’s possible technology integrations can take many years. Often, the learning process happens as a side effect of solving a specific need. While you can use almost any other programming language alongside FileMaker, the built-in features can be a breath of fresh air, especially if you haven’t tried them before.
In this video, I take a look at the GetLiveText feature, introduced in version 19.5, which is supported on both macOS and iOS. If you’re using FileM
bBox v1.06 for Claris® FileMaker® adds support for macOS text windows – enabling Apple Intelligence Writing Tools – plus enhanced Python integration. This free utility plug-in allows developers to utilize various programming languages within FileMaker solutions. It includes a demo file with over 220 examples.View the full article
Todd Geist is teaming up with Richard Carlton for another week-long livestream marathon. Join them as they hold five sessions diving into FileMaker 2025 and discuss AI, demo Todd’s new app, and highlight what’s new in OttoFMS and Ottomatic. You can register for specific sessions or come for the whole week! All events are held […]
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Claris FileMaker 2025 was just released, and with it, new features surrounding AI. During the week of July 8th, Claris held multiple Community Live sessions, including one that featured Todd Geist discussing the power of AI in FileMaker 2025 with Ronnie Rios. The video is now available on demand. After the Community Live session, Todd […]
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We want to thank Claris for inviting Eric Luce on their Community Live to talk about ProofKit. In the session, he expands on what he discussed in his Claris Engage 2025 topic: How to build next-level web apps with Claris FileMaker. Watch below to learn how ProofKit can help you create a web app starting […]
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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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