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
Jacob Taylor, Nov 14, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Menu 1. Introduction: The Critical Importance of FileMaker Server Backups <a name=”introduction”></a> In the world of database management, backups are the insurance policy that can prevent catastrophic data loss. For FileMaker developers, understanding how to properly configure and manage backups is an essential skill at all levels—whether
Claris Engineering Blog December 29, 2020 Updates: In Windows and macOS, Claris FileMaker Server versions before 19.5.2 support Custom Web Publishing (CWP) with PHP. However, PHP is no longer bundled with FileMaker Server on Windows or macOS. Additionally, CWP with PHP is deprecated starting with FileMaker Server 19.5.2. This engineering blog describes bundling PHP with FileMaker Server,
Matt Petrowsky, Jul 12, 2023, FileMaker Magazine Source: https://www.filemakermagazine.com/videos/running-filemaker-server-docker-desktop The files you need are part of a FileMaker Server installation. You need to install a Linux FileMaker server somewhere then you’ll find them within a Tools subfolder. Installing into a local VM (Parallels, VM Ware, VirtualBox) will give you access to the Docker files. Table
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 Apps carrying technical debt and using outdated technologies that are critical for day-to-day operations are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
A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 8, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a robust and scalable server software designed to host and manage your FileMaker solutions securely and efficiently. Installing it on macOS requires careful attention to system requirements and detailed steps to ensure optimal performance. This comprehensive
A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 5, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a robust, scalable server software designed to host and manage your FileMaker applications securely and efficiently. Running FileMaker Server on Linux provides a cost-effective, high-performance solution, especially when leveraging cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS).
A Comprehensive Guide Jacob Taylor, May 4, 2023, FileMaker Training Videos Table of Contents Introduction FileMaker Server 2023 is a powerful platform for hosting and managing your FileMaker solutions securely and efficiently. Installing it on a Windows Server requires careful planning and execution to ensure optimal performance and security. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions
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,
An In-Depth Guide Taylor Sharpe, Feb 28, 2023, Kentuckiana FM Dev Group Menu Introduction Audit logging is an essential aspect of any modern FileMaker solution, especially for businesses concerned with security, compliance, or workflow optimization. It allows developers to track the changes made to records, providing a detailed history of who changed what and when.
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