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How To Update an Existing Add-On While Preserving Data

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We recently released an updated version of our free FileMaker logging add-on, available in the Claris Marketplace, and some of you had questions about updating your existing add-on. You wondered if you needed to completely remove the first version before installing the second. And you wondered how you would protect your data during that process. So we put together this outline to assist. Read more
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FileMaker Go Makes Real-Time Field Operations a Robust Reality

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We have been working with NVL Laboratories in Seattle for over a decade, supporting their complex FileMaker solution used to manage workflows surrounding their core business of environmental laboratory testing. We were tasked with developing a mobile solution to help their field services team increase efficiencies, speed turnaround times, and improve chain of custody management. This case study delves into the development and deployment of this solution using FileMaker Go, focusing on the implementation of three distinct user interfaces - desktop, iPads, and mobile phones - and the successful integration of iPads into real-time field operations. Read more
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Key Benefits of Modernizing Your Very Old FileMaker Solution

Photo of a modernized FileMaker solution being used on a laptop and large monitor.
We recently enjoyed the opportunity to help one of our clients, a landscape architecture firm, navigate the complex process of upgrading their FileMaker database from an antiquated FileMaker 5.5 platform to the modern FileMaker 2024.Here’s a closer look at their journey, challenges, and successes of updating their old FileMaker system. Read more
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Boost Performance by Transferring FileMaker Containers to Amazon S3

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We recently migrated two FileMaker solutions from internally stored containers to AWS S3 cloud storage, so naturally, we thought to document the experience for others who might be considering the same option. As one would expect, there were a few unknowns going into this project, so our goal with this article is to provide some pointers and documentation for future reference. Read more
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FileMaker DevCast: Five Thousand Downloads and Now on Spotify

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BIG NEWS! The FileMaker DevCast has reached 5,000 downloads! And guess what? Every episode of the DevCast is now available on Spotify, in addition to being on PodBean and Apple Podcasts. Read more
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Install Our FREE FileMaker Logging Add-on v2.0

Screenshot of dashboard for our free PBS Logging Add-on
Three years ago, we proudly launched our initial version of PBS Log, a robust add-on designed for FileMaker solutions. Today, we are pleased to unveil an upgraded version, available for free in the Claris Marketplace. Read more
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