Category FileMaker

With recent social distancing measures, many organizations are migrating to the cloud in order to access workplace applications remotely. Similar to our Security Checklist, we’re publishing our own proven plan for easy FileMaker server migrations from on-premises to cloud servers. This method is aimed at preventing problems and minimizing downtime. 

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Quickly integrate apps directly with FileMaker using Claris Connect

Claris announced the release of its integration-focused product, Claris Connect, today, Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020. As a Claris Platinum Partner, AppWorks had the privilege of previewing Claris Connect prior to its launch, and we were pleasantly surprised with the speed at which we were able to directly connect apps such as Slack and FileMaker. Frequently used office applications available for integration via Claris Connect include: Slack, Mailchimp, Quickbooks, DocuSign, SurveyMonkey, PayPal and more. More information on Claris Connect can be found here.

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During our Meetups, multiple developers have mentioned the inability to use webhooks directly with FileMaker’s Data API.

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Dear FileMaker Community,

I have a confession to make. As president of a Platinum-Level FileMaker firm that has been in business for almost three decades, you will hear me expound upon all of the amazing features that FileMaker has to offer the average organization, corporation or government entity. I am one to tout the awesome power of FileMaker’s reporting functionality and search capabilities. I’ve been known to brag about how I know just enough development to get myself in trouble. What you will never, ever hear me say, however, is that I love card windows. It’s true. 

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Document storage is a crucial capability of a FileMaker database. Microsoft Word and Excel files are among the most commonly stored files, and PDF has become the go-to format for file sharing.

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