Reading FileMaker Crash Reports
Learn how to read crash reports to better understand what is causing your FileMaker database to crash. Examples included for both Windows and Mac crash reports.
What to know about FileMaker Server Transition Licensing
Did you buy FileMaker Server Advanced in the past? Find out if you need to renew FileMaker Server transition before it is discontinued, or if you should renew your server for less based on your needs.
FileMaker Scripting Best Practices and Conventions
Learn how to make applications easier on the users and other developers by making code that is robust and readable. A few tips and techniques for scripting that we use in systems are highlighted. Be sure to download our FileMaker Scripting Template database examples.
Creating Readable FileMaker Code Saves Time, Money
Developers spend more time reading and debugging code than they do actually writing code. To limit frustration and wasting valuable time later on, here are some tips on what we do to help create readable code at the beginning of a project.
How to Create a PDF from FileMaker Server
Learn how to create a PDF from FileMaker Server. Whether you want to create it from a schedule or perform script on server script step, it can easily be done using PHP.
FileMaker Encryption With BaseElements
We here at DB Services love the BaseElements plugin. In fact we love it so much we decided to sponsor the development of HTTP POST in the plugin back at the beginning of 2012. So, as history tends to do, we repeated ourselves by sponsoring the development of the plugin again, but this time for encryption functions.
Fun with DDRs - Extracting Images in FileMaker Layouts
Become a little more familiar with the XML DDR by learning how to extract an image out of a FileMaker layout.
FileMaker Increasing Renewal Rates
Renew your FileMaker licenses by June 28, 2014 to save money, as FileMaker will be increasing its renewal rates by about 15 percent. This is the first increase in renewal rates in several years.
FileMaker Themes Best Practices
We explore using FileMaker 13's new feature allowing you to create custom themes and styles. Custom themes now allow us to create a unified user interface in your application while maintaining an optimized solution.
FileMaker WebDirect
WebDirect enhances the FileMaker platform by allowing you to publish your database to the web like never before. Real-time updates, a defining characteristic of the FileMaker experience, have made their way to the web.
FileMaker Relationship Graph - What They Did Not Tell You
FileMaker 13 introduced a number of very useful enhancements to the relationship graph, none of which are included in the help file or release notes. Use these techniques to increase your productivity.
FileMaker Server + Open Directory
FileMaker Server can be set up to authenticate against Active Directory and Open Directory. Learn how to do it in this step-by-step guide!
FileMaker Field Picker
An exciting new feature in FileMaker 13, the Field Picker, provides convenient and time-saving options when creating or editing layouts.
FileMaker Slide Controls
Details about the new Slide Control feature in FileMaker 13! Find out what a slide control is, a hidden slide control, and how to use slide controls.
Rest Easy With Encrypted Databases in FileMaker
Encryption is a great new feature that gives you another level of security beyond a login. The files still appear as .fmp12 files, but require the encryption password to access.