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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
WidgetStudio makes it easy to use, design and share powerful interface widgets, like calendars, gauges, charts, and timers. Pick from the constantly growing set of included widgets or build your own. Freely share them with your customers or friends.
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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
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.
Features
Michael Layne from Gearbox Solutions presents on FileMaker’s new JSON functions. He does a deep dive into FileMaker’s new JSON functions and demos several examples of how they are using JSON for passing parameters, populating form data, validation and rollback, managing session info such as value lists as global. Michael also demos REST client and REST server with new data API.
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Despite the FileMaker platform being several decades old, the original design of Layout mode and the ability for developers to harness existing tools to either mimic operating systems like iOS or craft entirely unique user interfaces remain monumental advantages for those who opt for this platform.
One of the most significant additions to the Claris/FileMaker platform was the introduction of Card Windows. I remember creating some of the initial videos showcasing this feature; the capacity to ex
Featuring: Description: Get ready for a special new episode of The Context Podcast! Join us as we sit down with our special guest, Andrew Lecates, Chief Product Owner for Claris FileMaker. In this episode, we discuss Claris’s strategic shift towards a refocused Claris platform as Claris prepares to transition Claris Pro functionally into the FileMaker […]
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Take our updated course to connect with Claris!
Are you ready to take FileMaker automation to the next level? Claris Connect enables you to streamline everyday business tasks and processes through automated workflows. Our course, Claris Connect Fundamentals, shows you how to seamlessly integrate FileMaker with external third-party apps such as Mailchimp, SendGrid, and more.
We updated our course to cover new Claris Connect features and explore additional apps and functionality designed
Even when discussing seemingly mundane topics like Default Fields, there are always valuable insights to uncover. This video offers an exploration of the default fields I consistently incorporate into every table I create. While you might be familiar with or have utilized some of these fields, there could still be a surprise or two in store.
For those who are relatively new to Claris/FileMaker development, this video holds significance. Learning about core techniques for data loading and effort
Claris has just released Claris FileMaker Cloud 2023, and we're excited about this new era of efficiency and innovation. We highlight our favorite benefits of the latest FileMaker Cloud iteration, including security, performance, and availability improvements in our blog.
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Featuring: Description: In this episode of The Context Podcast, Martha Zink and Todd Geist from Proof+Geist sit down with a special guest, Chris Rogers, the mastermind behind TourPro—a revolutionary software shaking up the dance event management scene. In this episode, Chris takes us on a journey through his remarkable transition from building a small side […]
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Discovering ways to make software faster and more efficient brings a great amount of joy to developers. The reason behind this is simple: with enough experience, you come to realize that straightforward and simple code is much easier to maintain than complex and hard-to-maintain code. Self-contained code with fewer dependencies is both easier to understand and refactor.
In this video, I share one of my all-time favorite functions in Claris/FileMaker development, the Custom Function named Custom
Dear friends and colleagues, I am very excited to announce that ZWARM is joining Proof+Geist. We have been working with ZWARM’s founder, Dirk Reynolds, for over a year now, and we love what Dirk has done with ZWARM and admire the care and attention he gives his customers. We are thrilled that Dirk has decided […]
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Introduction From time to time FileMaker developers are tasked with generating Excel spreadsheet output. There are a variety of ways to accomplish this, in some cases via native FileMaker commands (Export, Save/Send Records), and in other cases using various workaround methods — some of which have appeared on this site in years past. Today we’re… Continue reading Generating Spreadsheets with LibXLView the full article
See how to run an online store from your Claris FileMaker solution
Have you thought about setting up an online website or business?
There are lots of e-commerce options for selling merchandise online, and Shopify is just one of the options available to you. Since we have received many questions about Shopify and its compatibility with FileMaker, we created a free video and sample file to get you started with integrating the two to build an online shop from your FileMaker solution.
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If you don't pay close attention to the fields you add to your record load in Claris/FileMaker, you might end up facing a transfer penalty, especially when dealing with container data. In many cases, your end users may not require the data from heavy multi-megabyte container fields. Nevertheless, every time the record data is loaded, that large container data gets included as part of the transfer.
Unlike SQL or a document database, where you can request only the necessary data, FileMaker provid
Integrating Jotform with Claris FileMaker makes it easier than ever to streamline your data collection process with clean and professional-looking forms that are simple and intuitive.
Check out our demo - includes a sample file and video: https://dbservices.com/blog/claris-filemaker-jotform-integration
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One of the major challenges that any solution or developer encounters is effectively managing the growth of their solution. As the solution expands, the issue of "dilapidated code" arises. This refers to code that either gets replaced or continues to be used without being updated to leverage the latest enhancements in FileMaker. Consequently, a significant portion of the code may become obsolete over time.
One of the most effective solutions to tackle this problem is the use of utility scripts
Being able to develop and test your solutions within a FileMaker Server environment is the ideal scenario. You can test Perform Script On Server, external binaries, and plug-ins that perform a variety of tasks. Essentially, you can perform all the necessary tasks in a real solution.
When you develop your FileMaker solution locally with a single copy of Claris/FileMaker Pro, you not only face limitations in what you can test but also risk the possibility of a crash. While running FileMaker Serve
One of the most valuable features you can incorporate into your Claris/FileMaker solution is a back button. This feature is deeply ingrained in every individual who has ever used a web browser. It represents the common scenario where your mind recalls the previous location and seeks to return to it. However, the challenge lies in the complexity of your solution's navigation system. Without careful attention to simplifying navigation, there can be an overwhelming number of options that most peopl
This article is part of a series. See also… • JSON Custom Functions for FM 19.5, part 1 • JSON Custom Functions for FM 19.5, part 2 Demo file: json-custom-functions-part-3.zip Note: some of these CFs make use of JSONGetElementType so require FM 19.5 or later. Disclaimer: use at your own risk, these CFs may contain bugs,… Continue reading JSON Custom Functions for FM, part 3View the full article
Business rules inevitably evolve over time. When they do, it's important that FileMaker users are able to adjust their application quickly and easily to keep up. The best way to do this is to allow users to modify and define what information FileMaker is presenting them with and how it should be presented using business logic. We demo how to enable users to define custom business rules. Includes sample file and video.
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eXcelisys Saves Stalled Website Development for Online Notary Directory
Freshly Launched, NotarizeIt! Offers Online Directory and Booking Services to Link Notaries with Clients in Need
Struggling to find a way to put her notary public stamp to wider use, Lakema Howard took the initiative and founded NotarizeIt! In May 2023, the NotarizeIt! website went live, thanks to a web development rescue from eXcelisys. NotarizeIt! hooks up trusted notaries with individuals and businesses in need of a not
The problem In this digital age, we often juggle numerous software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications to keep our businesses running smoothly. Individually, these tools are incredible, but collectively, they often create a challenging maze of data silos. We find ourselves trying to piece together a comprehensive view of our customers from disparate data sources. Our data was spread across Quickbooks Online, Pipeline, Harvest Time Tracking, and our eCommerce platform, Easy Digital Downloads. Each o
For those of you who are still using on-premises servers, eventually you will be faced with the choice of replacing/upgrading your aging FileMaker Server hardware or moving it into the cloud. Here are 3 reasons to consider why you should move your on-premise FileMaker server to the cloud:
Less Hassle to Install and Configure
If you have ever installed and set up FileMaker Server before, configured the SSL certificate, and opened up firewall ports, you know it takes time and experience.
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.
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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 […]
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