Naming Conventions in FileMaker

Implementing reliable naming conventions in FileMaker has the potential to save developers both time and frustration. This is the second installation in our blog series on code readability. 

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What is code readability?

Readable code is simply code that clearly communicates its intent to the reader. Most likely, the code we write will be read by other developers, who will either want to understand or modify the way our code works. They may need to test the code, fix a problem, or add a new feature. 

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What is Zoho Creator?

An exploration of the booming low-code space led to some curiosity about Zoho Creator. What makes it unique, and what are its ideal uses? As you can see below, Zoho has achieved widespread adoption, and I wanted to find out why.

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The low-code development space is slated to experience rapid growth in the coming years. With many platforms available and emerging, it is necessary to understand the relative advantages of each. Compared to FileMaker, OutSystems is designed for larger, enterprise-level organizations. Many current OutSystems users have given overwhelmingly positive ratings for the product direction, warranting a closer look.

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Here’s a quick guide to creating visually pleasing FileMaker checkboxes and radio buttons in a format that translates to WebDirect (and even includes emojis)!

Accessing FileMaker solutions via WebDirect is convenient, but has unfortunate limitations, especially when it comes to design. A common frustration among developers is that checkbox formatting in FileMaker doesn’t translate to WebDirect. This occurs because checkboxes (and radio buttons) are controlled by the browser, and therefore render as standard HTML elements. Here’s our guide to creating visually better WebDirect checkboxes in FileMaker.

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