Is it possible to execute a server side script from a filemaker client?

Thanks

Jeff

Do you mean...

1. You want the client to execute AND run the script

or

2. You want the client to tell the server to execute the script

Is it possible to execute a server side script from a filemaker client?

Basically not, but see Ideal's question.

Steven

I want the client to tell the server to execute a server side script

Perhaps you can have the client set a flag field, that is necessary for the server script to run. It's not exactly starting the server script, but it does "switch it on" in a way.

Perhaps if we understood the context of your requirement, we'd be able to suggest a better approach.

My filemaker solution is a shrink wrapped solution that the general public will be using. The entire interface is created in flash. When they are done using the interface they have the option of sending themselves an email. I am currently using the new send email via smtp in filemaker 10, however there is a 5-10 second delay when the send email script is invoked. During that time you cannot interact with filemaker, which in unacceptable for my solution.

I hadn't thought of sending a batch email, every 1 hr. Which isn't too bad of an idea. I would of loved for it to be instantaneous though.

Thanks again

Jeff

I should add that it is possible to do some stuff with CWP and CGI's that might triggre a server side script. But you'd be limited in what script steps you can select.

Steven

I've set up a system where emails are cued by the client, but sent by the server. The client simply adds the proper data as a new record in an mail "outbox" table. Then, set up a Server-Scheduled Script which runs once every N minutes -- this script basically says "are there any emails to send?" and if so, sends them.

In my case, I'm using "mail.it" plugin on the server under FMSA9, but I think it'd work under FMS 10 using the built-in smtp feature...