In this episode we discuss several tips and things to be aware of when developing a solution in FileMaker Pro Advanced 17. FileMaker has been around for a long time and has a few quirks and features, some of which you only learn with experience. This episode will give you tips that will save you …
We review each of the Design Functions in FileMaker Advanced 17. We also discuss DatabaseNames A list of the names of all files open on the computer. FieldBounds The location, in points, of each field boundary and the field’s rotation in degrees. FieldComment The specified field’s comment. FieldIDs A list of …
We play the Google Autocomplete game again, this time with “FileMaker Can…” Mentioned in this episode: Plugins Dacons Mail.it 360Works Email Plugin CNS SMTPit Pro MonkeyBread Software MBS Sending Text Messages with FileMaker Databuzz fmSMS
On this episode we discuss Virtual Lists, what they are, how they work and some general uses. Learn more: Virtual Lists in 3 Easy Steps by Mighty Data Using the Virtual List Technique by Soliant Flexible Reporting with Virtual Lists and ExecuteSQL by Martha Zink (DevCon2018)
In episode 10 of FileMaker Off The Record we talk about our blueprinting process and wire framing. Some recommended reading: Paper Prototyping: The Fast and Easy Way to Design and Refine User Interfaces Sketching User Experiences: Getting the Design Right and the Right Design Sketching User Experiences: The Workbook
We chat about some of the FileMaker Get() functions, how we use them and some things to be wary of. Get(AccountPrivilegeSetName) Get(ActiveFieldContents) Get(ActiveFieldName) Get(ActiveModifierKeys) Get(ActiveRecordNumber) Get(CurrentHostTimestamp) Get(CurrentPrivilegeSetName) Get(Device) Get(DocumentsPathListing) Get(Filename) Get(FilePath) Get(LayoutTableName) Get(ModifiedFields) Get(NetworkProtocol) Get(NetworkType) Get(PersistentID) Get(RecordOpenState) Get(TriggerKeystroke) Get(UserCount) Get(UUID) Get(UUIDNumber) GetSensor()
In this episode we discuss some things to be wary of: system requirements for FileMaker Server 17, case sensitive functions, zero based functions. And a couple cool tips.
