Author Archives: Kirk Bowman
12 Days of FileMaker 12 – FileMaker Go 12 Enhancements
On Thursday, April 19, I had the privilege to present the new FileMaker Go 12 for iOS (iPhone and iPad). This was the fourth webinar in the 12 Days of FileMaker 12 series by FM Academy. The first and most important new feature is that FileMaker Go 12 is now free. This is truly a game [...]
Java 6 Update 31 Not Compatible with FileMaker Server 11
Short Version Do not apply the Java 6 Update 31 to any computer running FileMaker Server 11 or the Admin Console. Long Version Today, FileMaker Inc. published a knowledge base article explaining that Java 6 Update 31 is not compatible with the FileMaker Server 11 Admin Console. It is especially important to note, if the update [...]
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Game Changer: FileMaker Go 12 Is Now Free!
FileMaker Inc. has announced FileMaker 12, the next version of its database platform. There are a lot of new features in this release. (Check out the free 12 Days of FileMaker 12 webinar series from our friends at FM Academy for more information.) While other features may receive more attention in the developer community, I [...]
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New Year’s Database Resolution: Backup! (Part 3)
To properly backup your FileMaker databases, the first step is to setup backup schedules in FileMaker Server. The next step is to use best practices with the schedules to make sure your backups are safe. Now you need to enable email notification to keep in you informed whether the backup schedules are running successfully. To [...]
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Interviewing: Reviewing Sample Files
Recently, Susan Fennema, our Dean of Success, explained our 10-step process for recruiting new team members. For a development position, step 4 is to review a code sample. In fact, when we post a job opening, we ask: Please do not apply if you cannot provide an unlocked sample of your FileMaker development. We require [...]
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New Year’s Database Resolution: Backup! (Part 2)
In part one of this series, I explained the changes I would make to the default backup schedules installed with FileMaker Server—the “what”. Now I want to take a moment and explain the “why” and clarify some points about my recommendations. 23 Hourly Backups – The Hourly schedule is set to keep 23 hourly backups [...]
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New Year’s Database Resolution: Backup! (Part 1)
So, it is a brand new year and everyone is making resolutions for their personal and professional lives. Along with going to the gym and learning to fill-in-the-blank better, I want to challenge you to make a goal to backup your database better. (Hopefully, you are already backing up some.)
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FileMaker Feud 2011, Round 3 Questions
Here are the questions and answers from the final round of FileMaker Feud at FileMaker DevCon 2011. The contest was down to two developers, Laura Betz and Lee Lukehart. Do you think coming up with these answers was easy? Watch the video from Round 3 and see the journey to become the FileMaker Feud Champion. 9. Name a [...]
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FileMaker Feud 2011, Round 3
It is time for the final round of FileMaker Feud. In this last video (see Round 1 and Round 2), Laura Betz and Lee Lukehart, assisted by our MightyData coaches, go head-to-head to see who is the FileMaker Feud Champion. We had a great time hosting the event and appreciate all the positive feedback we [...]
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FileMaker Feud 2011, Round 2 Questions
Here are the questions and answers from the 2nd round of FileMaker Feud at FileMaker DevCon 2011. This round was tougher because the teams were cut in half–fewer people to help guess the answers. Watch the video of Round 2 to see who makes it to the finals. 6. Name the most powerful native calculation function in [...]
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