Wim Decorte, Mislav Kos, FileMaker DevCon 2019 Monitoring the health of your FileMaker Server is essential for ensuring optimal performance, security, and stability. With the removal of built-in monitoring tools from the FileMaker Admin Console in recent versions, developers and administrators need a reliable alternative to track key server metrics, manage alerts, and troubleshoot issues
Source: https://dbservices.com/blog/zabbix-filemaker-server-monitoring Aaron Kaiser, May 22, 2019, DBServices blog Zabbix, one of the largest free and open source server monitor applications with 300,000 installations worldwide, can be used to collect and display metrics from multiple FileMaker servers at once on one interface; therefore, giving you the ability to save time monitoring servers individually. Viewable from a
Peter Baanen, Jan 30, 2019, Troi Plugins blog Source: https://www.troi.com/plug-in-development/code-signing-filemaker-plugins/ To help users trust new software and more specifically plug-ins for FileMaker we sign our plug-ins. In this post we will describe how a plug-in maker can sign a plug-in on macOS and on Windows. page last updated on January 30, 2019 What is code
Wim Decorte, Nov 8, 2018, DIGFM Table of Contents Introduction In this comprehensive guide, we dive into FileMaker Server’s core functionalities, explore potential bottlenecks, and provide strategies for improving performance, scaling, and troubleshooting. This guide is heavily based on insights from Wim Decorte’s presentations, discussions, and hands-on experience with large-scale FileMaker deployments. Wim’s expertise spans
Claus Lavendt, FileMaker DevCon 2018 Menu: Introduction With the growing demand for data protection and privacy, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has become one of the most significant data protection laws in modern history. The regulation is not limited to European companies, as it applies to any business that handles the personal data of
Florian Guilbert, FM Conférence 2018 Securing FileMaker Server – Best Practices 1. Hosting FileMaker Server: On-Premises vs. Data Centers When hosting a FileMaker Server, you must decide whether to host the server on-premises or in a data center. Both options have advantages and challenges that need to be carefully weighed. On-Premises Hosting: Control vs. Responsibility
Mastering External Authentication in FileMaker: EA, SSO, AD, OD, OAuth, and LDAP Unveiled Wim Decorte, FileMaker DevCon 2017 Table of Contents Introduction In today’s interconnected digital landscape, managing user authentication efficiently and securely is paramount. The FileMaker Platform, widely used for creating custom apps, recognizes this need and has evolved to support various external authentication
Alan Deffenderfer, FileMaker DevCon 2017 Menu Introduction to Enterprise FileMaker Security To top FileMaker is increasingly becoming a trusted tool in enterprise environments, and with this growth comes the need for heightened security. In this session, Alan Deffenderfer shares his firsthand experience working with FileMaker in the Defense Sector over a period of three and
Alexis Gehrt, FileMaker Konferenz 2015 Menu Why FileMaker Pro is Secure? In his 2015 FMK talk, Alexis Gehrt laid the groundwork by affirming that FileMaker Pro is fundamentally a secure platform, but warned that understanding and configuring security is essential to protecting sensitive data. While FileMaker Pro is built with multi-layered security architecture, relying on
Tim Neudecker, FileMaker DevCon 2015 Successfully deploying FileMaker in large organizations requires more than just technical know-how. A strong partnership with the IT department is critical for navigating security, infrastructure, and compliance challenges. Tim Neudecker’s DevCon 2015 session sheds light on the strategies for overcoming these challenges by fostering collaboration between developers and IT. This
James Hea, FileMaker DevCon 2015 Change management is a critical component of IT project success, particularly within regulated environments. Businesses must implement effective processes to manage changes while complying with strict regulations. This extended guide explores the key aspects of change management from the perspective of FileMaker solutions, providing practical steps for implementation and ensuring
Wim Decorte, May 15, 2015, Soliant Consulting Blog Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/soliant-tv/keychain-access-windows-mac/ Table of Contents Introduction In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into how Keychain Access works in FileMaker 14 on both Mac and Windows, the changes it brings, and how you can control this feature as a developer. What is Keychain Access in FileMaker?
Rosemary Tietge, FileMaker DevCon 2014 In an era where data breaches make regular headlines, securing business data has never been more critical. Rosemary Tietge’s DevCon 2014 session focused on the evolving threat landscape, security trends, and how FileMaker users can mitigate these risks by leveraging FileMaker’s built-in security tools. This post provides an in-depth exploration
Jon Thatcher, FileMaker Konferenz 2014 Database encryption is one of the most critical features in securing your FileMaker solutions. With the introduction of Encryption at Rest (EAR) in FileMaker 13, developers and administrators gained a powerful tool to safeguard sensitive data stored in their databases. This post will thoroughly explore how FileMaker encryption works, why
David Head, FileMaker DevCon 2012 Database security is an essential but often overlooked aspect of system development, typically only considered in the final stages before deployment. In his 2012 DevCon session, David Head emphasized the need for security planning to begin at the initial stages of database development and to be regularly revisited throughout the