Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 22, 2024, CyberFM Monitoring tools are essential for maintaining the stability, performance, and security of your FileMaker Server. These tools enable developers and administrators to automate tasks, gain insights into server activity, and address issues before they escalate. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the top monitoring tools available for FileMaker
Ensuring Cyber Resilience in Manufacturing: Navigating NIS 2 Requirements with FileMaker Solutions Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 16, 2024, CyberFM Understanding the practical implications of the NIS 2 Directive is crucial for manufacturing companies that rely on FileMaker solutions. The following detailed scenarios illustrate potential risks and challenges that such companies may face, along with the obligations
Dirk Schittko, Oct 1, 2024, FileMaker Konferenz 2024 Menu At FMK 2024, Dirk Schittko delivered an insightful talk on the intricacies of setting up and managing FileMaker Server on Linux, particularly on Ubuntu. FileMaker Server, traditionally a Windows or macOS application, has found a new home in Linux, offering increased performance, cost savings, and reliability
Kevin Frank, May 13, 2024, FileMaker Hacks Source: https://filemakerhacks.com/2024/05/13/onwindowtransaction-json/ Demo file: on-window-transaction-json-v2.zipCredentials: admin / adminMinimum version: 20.2 [for both client and server] Note: This demo file is optimized for Perform Script on Server (PSOS), and is intended to be hosted on FileMaker Server or FileMaker Cloud. Introduction Recently a colleague mentioned that they were running into a
Jacob Taylor, April 18, 2024, FileMaker Training Videos Menu Introduction To top FileMaker Server is a critical tool for managing databases, but like all server systems, it is vulnerable to crashes, hardware failures, and software issues. To avoid operational disruptions, it’s vital to have a well-planned emergency restoration strategy in place. This detailed blog post
A Guide to Avoiding Disastrous Mistakes Richard Carlton, Nov 30, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: What Are Low-Yield Nukes in FileMaker? <a name=”introduction”></a> In software development, there are actions and features that, if used incorrectly, can lead to catastrophic results. In FileMaker, these actions are what we call “low-yield nukes.” They are easy
Nick Hunter, Nov 17, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: Financial Regulations Beyond the USA <a name=”introduction”></a> Operating outside the United States introduces a variety of financial regulations that differ greatly depending on the region. FileMaker, with its robust customization capabilities, is well-suited to handle the regulatory complexities of multiple jurisdictions. In countries with
Weihao Ding, Jun 16, 2023, Direct Impact Solutions Blog Source: https://www.directimpactsolutions.com/en/modernizing-a-fm-legacy-app/ Why should I modernize my apps? Why should I modernize my apps? What is a legacy app? There are a few factors that, when combined, constitute a legacy app. Apps carrying technical debt and using outdated technologies that are critical for day-to-day operations are
Unlocking the Secrets of the FileMaker Server Keystore: A Cryptographic Exploration Source: https://davidhamann.de/2023/05/29/deciphering-the-filemaker-keystore/ Introduction On This Page While checking out how the FileMaker Pro to Server upload feature worked, I noticed that credentials were encrypted using a RSA public key before being sent to the server. I looked into FileMaker Server’s installation directory and found that
Alec Gregory, May 25, 2023, Beezwax blog Source: https://blog.beezwax.net/lets-make-an-audit-log-with-claris-filemaker/ Claris FileMaker 2023 puts powerful, native audit logging within reach of developers, with a greatly reduced code footprint compared to existing approaches. In this blog post we introduce the OnWindowTransaction script trigger, leveraging it along with native FileMaker script transactions to create an audit log that is efficient, scalable, flexible, performant,
Wim Decorte, FMDiSC 14/04/2023 Table of Contents Introduction: Why These Concepts Matter As businesses increasingly depend on technology for daily operations, discussions about disaster recovery, business continuity, and resilience become essential, not optional. In his detailed presentation, Wim Decorte from Soliant Consulting tackles the often tricky but necessary conversations that FileMaker developers need to have
An In-Depth Look at Hashing and Encryption for FileMaker Developers Valentin Vollmer, March 2023, FileMaker STL Meetup In March 2023, Valentin Vollmer delivered an insightful presentation to the FileMaker STL Meetup, demystifying the concepts of hashing and encryption. This post expands on that discussion, exploring the distinctions between hashing and encryption, practical applications in FileMaker,
Keycloak 17 & FileMaker: Installation & Configuration Tutorial Duncan Baker, Sounds Essential Blog Source: https://www.soundsessential.com/support/tutorials/212-keycloak-17-filemaker-installation-configuration-tutorial-part-1-ubuntu-mysql Part 1: Ubuntu & MySQL Introduction As we have before, we need to acknowledge the excellent work from Wim Decorte and Steven Blackwell who have and continue to push the subject of security in the FileMaker platform. Our forays into
Installation & Configuration on Windows Duncan Baker, Sounds Essential Blog Source: https://www.soundsessential.com/support/tutorials/158-filemaker-server-zabbix-setting-up-a-server-part-1 FileMaker Server & Zabbix: Setting Up a Server Part 1 Lesson in Brief: Monitor FileMaker Server Via Zabbix Utilizing a Windows 10 Machine Setting up a FileMaker server and never looking at it again is a recipe for disaster. Are your backups running? Has
Claris Support blog Source: https://support.claris.com/s/article/FileMaker-Server-18-Stability-Improvements?language=en_US A small number of customers have experienced stability issues with FileMaker Server 18, resulting in occasional crashes. There are a number of actions you can take to improve stability. Answer Number: 000034865 Products Source: https://support.claris.com/s/answerview?anum=000029421&language=en_US FileMaker Server Startup Restoration Feature IMPORTANT: A small number of customers have experienced stability issues with FileMaker