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  • Josh Ormond

    A Conversation About '2 Factor Authentication'

    By Josh Ormond

    [ 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
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  • Steven H. Blackwell

    Hacking Your Own FileMaker Platform Solutions

    By Steven H. Blackwell

    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
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FileMaker Integrations

Claris FileMaker OData

We demo how to connect Claris FileMaker to an OData API as an external data source using Zapier and Tableau. Leverage this RESTful API functionality that makes it easier than ever to create, update, search, and delete data remotely. Read the article, download the sample file, and follow along with the demo video.     dbservices.com

Send email with Gmail using OAuth2

Email communication is an integral part of our daily lives, and if you are a FileMaker user, optimizing your email process can significantly simplify your workflow. With OAuth 2.0, sending emails from your FileMaker solution is now more secure and straightforward than ever. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of creating a Send Mail script using OAuth 2.0, generating a private key, and entering it into FileMaker. Whether you are a novice or an experienced […] The post Send
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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Better Script Writing

While learning to develop within any environment, it's common to develop habits which keep you within a consistent framework. However, occasionally looking outside of your current framework and observing how others accomplish similar tasks can be both affirming and instructive. You may discover valuable tips and tricks from other developers from which you can adapt to enhance your own practices. This video focuses on script writing and explores various techniques employed by different developer
FileMaker Magazine

FileMaker Magazine

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The Context Podcast: The Impact of AI on FileMaker

Featuring:  Description: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Proof+Geist CTO, Todd Geist and Cris Ippolite, founder of iSolutions, as they dive into the fascinating impacts that AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) are having on our industry in general, and the FileMaker community in particular.  Cris was an early proponent of using Machine Learning and AI with FileMaker. In fact, this is the third time we have had Cris on the pod to discuss this topic. The first […] The post The Contex
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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Colorful Syntax Editing

While Claris International has made little to no changes to the FileMaker code editor (also known as the calculation dialog) in over two decades, there is no need for you to remain stuck in the past. Fortunately, for those of us using a Macintosh for solution development, the MBS (Monkeybread Software) plug-in offers modifications and enhancements to the code editor, which we often spend countless hours working in. This video focuses on utilizing syntax highlighting within FileMaker to provide
FileMaker Magazine

FileMaker Magazine

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In Case You Missed It: FM BetterForms User Group

Angelo and Todd had a great time presenting at the FM BetterForms User Group and wanted to give you a quick recap in case you missed it! Their main focus was on Ottomatic, our optimized FileMaker hosting platform. With years of experience behind it, Ottomatic is designed to meet FileMaker’s specific needs. It boasts a global presence with data centers in 30 locations, prioritizing speed and security. Additionally, Ottomatic offers “Apps on Demand,” allowing you to effortlessly create new FileMak
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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The Context Podcast: Unlocking Efficiency with SimpleQ

The Context Podcast: Unlocking Efficiency with SimpleQ Featuring:  Martha Zink  Todd Geist  Corn Walker  Mike Perley Description: Welcome to this episode of The Context Podcast where we explore the incredible capabilities of SimpleQ! Join us as we delve into the intricacies of SimpleQ, explaining its seamless task handling and compatibility with various systems. Discover the advantages of this approach and how it revolutionizes business processes. Additionally, we explore the origins of SimpleQ,
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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A Fresh Approach to Deduplication

Editor’s Note: Today I’m pleased to present a guest article by Jon Rosen featuring a creative and performant approach to removing duplicate records. Recently, I had a situation where I had a found set of more than 500,000 records, but over ⅔ of them were duplicates. To remove the dupes, I initially went with the… Continue reading A Fresh Approach to DeduplicationView the full article
Kevin Frank

Kevin Frank

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Connect Claris FileMaker to the Calendly API

Do you find yourself taking time away from work because you are jumping from your solution to emails to your calendar before scheduling a meeting with a client, potential job candidate or team member?  What is Calendly? Calendly is an online scheduling platform where people can see your schedule and choose a time to meet with you based on the time options you share. Benefits of Calendly You can connect all your calendars to avoid double-booking and set up your availability for ap
PCIPal

PCIPal

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Fastest Related Record Duplications

While Claris/FileMaker offers a convenient Duplicate Record menu option, of which there's always a companion script step for most menus, there's more to the equation than simply duplicating your primary record. In fact, in most situations, it is necessary to duplicate both parent and related child records. You will likely need to duplicate a complete set of records to address the entire entity. For example, think of the relationship between Order, Line Items, Ship Address, and so on, in order fo
FileMaker Magazine

FileMaker Magazine

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fmcloud.fm announces Claris Cloud

📢 fmcloud.fm, the next-generation #FileMaker hosting service, announces the immediate availability of its Claris Cloud, becoming the world’s first service capable of hosting the new Claris Platform, which includes Claris Connect and Claris Studio. Just like with FileMaker, fmcloud.fm has successfully automated the deployment of Claris Server. This means that you can bring your own license (BYOL) or purchase one from fmcloud.fm and start working in the cloud within minutes. Your Claris da
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Claris Connect

Claris Connect Free Tier

Claris is now offering a free tier of Claris Connect, their flow tool that allows you to create automated workflows between your Claris FileMaker application and the rest of your tech stack. Take advantage of this free tier that will empower you to dip your toes into the world of automation without breaking the bank! Read more here.     dbservices.com
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dbservices in Claris Connect

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Populating Web Forms

When you're dealing with any type of web service which doesn't offer an API for data exchange, you'll inevitably end up working with a web form for getting data into that service. Data has to get in via some method and the most common is your standard web form. Maybe you need to interact with a Google Form or some other public form service. While some of these services will provide a standard format such as CSV for pulling data out, there are still those services where you need to popuate a web
FileMaker Magazine

FileMaker Magazine

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PauseOnError 2023 registration opens soon

FileMaker enthusiasts! We are excited to announce that registration for PauseOnError FileMaker Summer Camp* 2023 opens on Monday, May 8 at 12pm ET. This year’s event will once again be held at the beautiful Kaplan Mitchell Retreat Center, located in Clayton, Georgia, from October 3 to October 6, 2023. Last year, we interviewed folks about their experience at PauseOnError. You can listen to those interviews here or you can listen to abridged The Context Podcast versions: Part 1, Part 2, […] The
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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Mastering Field Indexing

When starting out with FileMaker, there's rarely the situation where you receive any "before you get started" advice. This is because working in FileMaker is like picking up a blank canvas and having someone say "Go for it! Paint something." Essentially, you need to know what the tools are, how you use them, what can be accomplished and how certain decisions might affect you. So, when it comes to field indexing, you might not know the default settings could potentially cause your solution to be
Scripting

Server Compatible Dynamic Portal Sorting

Greetings all,   Dynamically sorting portals has always been a struggle for FileMaker Developers — in this new #FileMaker Weetbicks article we introduce a method using Value Lists which avoids unstored calculations and is compatible with FileMaker Server's ability to sort records. We also go in depth on the journey to come up with this approach and along the way you may just learn a bit about Value Lists and how they can be sorted, along with some of the challenges involved. Read
Daniel Wood

Daniel Wood in Scripting

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Exciting news! Due to FileMaker 2023’s immense success, fmcloud.fm changes update policy

We are known for our cautious approach to FileMaker Server updates, but we are thrilled to announce a temporary change to our policy in response to the incredible demand for testing of FileMaker 2023 in just 48 hours! Existing servers: update from e-mai For all existing servers, you can now choose to update immediately. You received an e-mail on April 25, just after the official release of FileMaker 2023. By clicking a button on that e-mail you can request an update that will be appl
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fabriceN

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FileMaker 2023 Compatibility Issues

The release of the new Claris FileMaker 2023 update has been long-awaited by developers and users alike. With many new features and enhancements, it promises to make the already robust database platform even more powerful and efficient.  We also recognize that with new updates, compatibility issues can arise. Here are some additional details: Otto  Otto will require version 3.5.3 to work with FileMaker 2023. It is available for download. FMPerception FMComparison *FMPerception and FMComparison w
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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Reflections on FileMaker in 2023

I picked up my first copy of FileMaker 3 and wrote my first little database app in 1998. Twenty-five years later, I still find myself eagerly anticipating the next new release, hoping to try out the next cool feature that promises to keep this business of solving problems with software fun.  A lot has changed in the intervening years. The product has evolved and made significant transformations, gaining power and features. FileMaker started as a tool that hobbyists and professionals […] The pos
Todd Geist

Todd Geist

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