Templates for Zabbix 5 and 6 ClickWorks blog Source: https://www.clickworks.eu/en/monitoring-filemaker-server-with-zabbix/ Cloud, On premises and hybrid installations of FileMaker Server Claris is moving towards towards a Saas (Software as a Service) model. The strategy is Cloud first – but not Cloud only. Here at ClickWorks we fully support this. Although we also believe on-premises or “own-cloud”
Claris Support Source: https://support.claris.com/s/answerview?anum=13625&language=en_US FileMaker Server is responsible for securely hosting FileMaker Pro databases to Windows, OS X, Web, and iOS clients. Because FileMaker Server can be the “central hub” for which all your clients access your solutions and data, it is critical that FileMaker Server be optimized for performance and reliability. There are several hardware
A Comprehensive Guide Justin Pfefferle, Oct 2, 2020, Claris Engage 2020 Table of Contents Introduction Deploying a FileMaker solution is a multifaceted process that requires careful planning, preparation, and execution. FileMaker offers a versatile environment that can be tailored to a variety of deployment needs, from small internal setups to robust cloud-based infrastructures. This guide
Koen Van Hulle, Claris Engage 2020 Menu Introduction: Why SSL Certificates Matter for FileMaker Server #tag1 With the rising number of data breaches and cybersecurity threats, securing the connection between your FileMaker Server and your users has become essential. An SSL certificate ensures that all communication between your server and clients is encrypted, preventing potential
Stathis Askaridis, Sep 4, 2020, Claris Engage 2020 Table of Contents Introduction In this blog post, we will delve into a comprehensive exploration of Audit Log and Transactional Edits in FileMaker. The focus will be on creating a native, configurable audit log that uses transactional operations to maintain data integrity, secure critical operations, and provide
The Past and Future of Authentication – a Recap. And Introducing OneLogin to Authenticate FileMaker Users Wim Decorte, Mar 26, 2020, Soliant Consulting Blog Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/blog/onelogin-filemaker-authentication/ In recent months you have seen quite a few blog articles from us around OAuth authentication for various aspects of the FileMaker platform. This blog post introduces a new addendum
Claris Support Source: https://support.claris.com/s/article/Reinstalling-FileMaker-Server-to-troubleshoot-an-issue-1503693085688?language=en_US FileMaker’s Support Methodology identifies the application as a factor to consider when troubleshooting an issue. The most certain way to rule out the Server application is to perform a clean uninstall and reinstall of FileMaker Server. Follow the steps below to completely uninstall FileMaker Server while preserving your settings and data. Table of Contents Backup databasesSave schedulesClose
Interpreting MacOS Crash Reports: Diagnosing Issues in FileMaker Server Source: https://www.mbsplugins.de/archive/2019-10-15/Reading_crash_reports_on_MacOS/monkeybreadsoftware_blog_filemaker After the Windows crash report from earlier today where we couldn’t do much, here is an example for one where we could help on MacOS. When you find a crash report in /Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports folder (for server software) or ~/Library/Logs/DiagnosticReports (for user software), you can
Interpreting Windows Crash Reports: Diagnosing Issues in FileMaker Server Source: https://www.mbsplugins.de/archive/2019-10-15/Analyzing_crash_dump_files_for/monkeybreadsoftware_blog_filemaker On Windows if an application like FileMaker Server crashes, you’ll find a dmp file for the crash. For example in C:\WINDOWS\MiniDump folder. Once you got the file, you wonder how to read it. It seems like the best was to use WinDbg application from
Heather McCue, FileMaker DevCon 2019 Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, understanding and achieving compliance is more critical than ever for developers and organizations alike. Regulations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and the CCPA present significant challenges but also opportunities for developers to showcase their expertise in building secure, compliant applications. The session “Compliance Is
Zabbix installation on Linux Wim Decorte, Sep 11, 2019, Soliant Consulting Blog Source: https://www.soliantconsulting.com/blog/zabbix-filemaker-starter-guide/ This post is one in a series of guides that walk you through installing, configuring, and using Zabbix to monitor your FileMaker servers: Why Zabbix? To top We believe that monitoring your FileMaker Server is crucial for a stable, performant, and
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