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Caution When Using Script Triggers
Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. Check out our suggested considerations for using highly anticipated Script Triggers in FileMaker.
Data Viewer won’t display script variables if opened after script start
Did you know that Data Viewer won’t display script variables if opened after script start? Here’s how to avoid this issue in your FileMaker solution.
Archiving Data Using FM10 Server Importing and Exporting
Do you have a client that has a huge database and a hard time letting go of old data? Don’t delete it – archive it and increase the database performance.
Use New Windows to Preserve State
Learn to preserve a user’s state by using a pragmatic design approach and; leveraging new windows, from certified developers in FileMaker.
How to Avoid Governor Limits with sendEmail in Apex
You can send emails programmatically in Salesforce Apex, but if you’re not careful you can hit the measly governor limit of 10 in no time at all. You see, although your outbound email limit is 1000 with Apex, only a total of 10 sendEmail method calls are allowed in each context. Obviously the way to…
Lose a Layout, Gain a Function
Find out how FieldNames, an obscure but useful feature, can get even more functionality out of your FileMaker solution from certified developers.
Burndowns considered harmful?
If you’re a project manager, you constantly look for the perfect way to report on project progress. Consider this discussion when weighing the options.
How to Define Global Constants in Flex
Probably the best way to define a set of global constants is to create an object with all static constants as members. Check out our method here.
“Lightbox” scripts for web pages
Gain an insightful overview of Javascript lightbox technologies and how they can be implemented to your advantage from Certified Developers.
The Disempowered Project Manager
Empower project managers when working with decision makers on software projects by taking strategic steps to gathering essential information.
SuperContainer and mounted volumes
Having problems with your configured SuperContainer not showing all the files it previously created? Check out our solution here.
The Case for Custom Software
Find this discussion of how custom software can be leveraged to your advantage, when considering the best solutions for business workflows.