FileMaker DevCast: Everything Claris FileMaker

Portage Bay Solutions

The FileMaker Developer podcast, sponsored by Portage Bay Solutions, is the ultimate destination for developers looking to streamline their development process and rapidly deploy their solutions. Join our expert hosts as they delve into the latest techniques and tools for using Claris FileMaker’s low code platform to create custom, business-critical solutions with ease. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just getting started, this podcast will provide valuable insights and inspiration to help you take your development skills to the next level. // Listen to the DevCast // Visit us at PortageBay.com

  1. 7월 14일 · 비디오

    FileMaker Devcast, Ep 24: API Integrations: The Good, the Buggy, and the Workarounds

    Join our development team as we share real-world insights from recent API integration projects—including SharePoint, Shopify, QuickBooks, and Claris Connect. From handling authentication quirks to leveraging tools like Postman and n8n, this DevCast dives into the decisions, roadblocks, and solutions behind the systems we build. Whether you're navigating OAuth, working with REST vs. GraphQL, or exploring Claris Connect and workflow automation, there’s something here for every FileMaker pro and API tinkerer.

    36분

  2. 5월 13일 · 비디오

    EP 23: Smarter Automation with n8n and FileMaker

    In this episode of FileMaker DevCast, we dive into n8n—a flexible, low-code workflow automation platform that gives you total control over how your systems talk to each other. We explore how n8n stacks up against tools like Zapier and Claris Connect, and walk through live examples of connecting Google Forms, FileMaker, email services, and even local AI agents. Learn how to build scalable, resilient automations—hosted on your own infrastructure or in the cloud—that will save you time. You’ll hear about: Real-world n8n workflows with Google Sheets and FileMaker The power of "nodes" vs "zaps" and "connectors" Triggering flows with webhooks, timers, or file changes Using n8n with LLMs and vector stores for RAG-based AI The pros and trade-offs of local vs SaaS hosting Whether you're automating internal tools or building next-gen AI workflows, this episode will show you new ways to think about integration.

    49분

  3. 3월 28일 · 비디오

    Ep22: Our Takeaways from Claris Engage 2025

    Joe, John, and Xandon were able to attend Claris Engage this week, at the Apple campus in Austin. They recorded a DevCast session while still in the capital of Texas, to recap some of their observations and experiences about the latest news and trends in the FileMaker ecosystem.  Dan Smiley joined as our ever-illustrious host, along with a few more of our Portage Bay staff - Mike Ross, and our newest developers, Evan and Jillian.  AI remains a prominent topic both at the conference and in our discussion, along with thoughts about LLMs, DevOps, Claris Studio, the Apple campus, and cheese. Jump on in and listen to more of the details.

    49분

  4. 1월 8일 · 비디오

    Ep21: Ready? Engage. It's Prep Time for the 26th Claris FileMaker Conference

    The Portage Bay team welcomes Julie Sigfrinius, from Claris, to discuss plans for the upcoming Claris Engage 2025, which is less than three months away. Listen to hear key reasons why you should attend this 26th FileMaker developer conference.  Get access to product updates and innovations, as well as Claris experts and leaders. Develop your skills through networking, mentoring, and training.  Learn from the wealth of knowledge and experience that will be represented at Claris Engage. Be inspired by the success stories and innovative use cases that will be shared. Plus foster stronger connections within the Claris community. Here are some things you can look forward to in Austin, Texas, from March 25th through March 27th. Register today at claris.com/engage. Keynote location large enough to fit all attendees (gone is the overflow room!) Full floor expo hall, for plentiful space and visibility. Plentiful networking time has been built into the schedule, to allow for important connections and collaboration. A training day follows the main conference, so you can put your learning into action. The Claris Museum! Curated by Clay Maeckel and featuring artifacts from 40 years of Claris history. The return of Tech Support Central, offering on-site technical assistance. A Visionary Bar where you can consult with Claris design experts. The return of DevCon To Go, from Claus at DataManix. Rebranded as Engage To Go (Maps, scheduling, and note-taking!) A quiet room for mindfulness and relaxation. Get your merch! Choose from a selection of Claris and Engage branded items.

    44분

  5. 2024. 12. 23. · 비디오

    Ep20: How FM BetterForms Can Modernize FileMaker-Powered Web Apps

    In Episode 20 of the FileMaker DevCast, join our Portage Bay developers as they talk web apps. Charles, Jacob, Joe, John, Mike, & Russell discuss the nuances of deciding what approach to use when integrating FileMaker data with a web front-end. Do you stick with WebDirect, branch out to using FM BetterForms, or commit to full-stack development? WebDirect has an advantage of proven simplicity. But it also comes with limitations, such as a non-standard web experience and licensing costs for public-facing applications.  FM Better Forms can be an excellent fit when you want to provide a polished, web-based user experience while still leveraging your FileMaker expertise. FM BetterForms can reduce development complexity by handling the back-end integration, deployment, and maintenance tasks that would normally be required in a full-stack web app approach. It also includes common front-end libraries - such as Tailwind, Bootstrap, and Lodash - that are kept updated for you. (NOTE: FM BetterForms is not currently compatible with FileMaker Cloud, since Cloud does not yet support XML web publishing.) Listen to the episode, subscribe to our channel, and send us your feedback! #Claris #FileMaker #webapps #WebDirect #FMBetterForms #fullstack #Tailwind #Bootstrap #Lodash #devs #DevCast #calbee #shrimpchips #wasabi

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  6. 2024. 11. 14. · 비디오

    Ep19: Claris FileMaker 21.1 with Guest Lucy Chen, VP of FileMaker Engineering

    Join us for a very special in-depth interview with Lucy Chen, VP of Claris Engineering. Kate Waldhauser hosts this special edition of the FileMaker DevCast, as Lucy gives us a glimpse behind the scenes of the engineering world at Claris, an Apple Company. Lucy shares insights as to how new features get into the product and how the latest version improves performance, reliability and security. She takes us under the hood, diving into the new enhancements of FileMaker 21.1, including the move to newer technologies like Java 17, Xcode 16, and OpenSSL 3.3. She also covers new features in FileMaker 21.1, such as HTTPS tunneling, improvements to the Admin Console, and the integration of AI-powered semantic search, for both natural language and image content searches. These changes have come about through Claris’s ongoing commitment to understanding customer feedback. Join Kate & Lucy as they explore how the FileMaker platform continues to empower businesses with innovative capabilities.   Portage Bay Solutions is a custom software development firm based in Seattle, WA, with additional offices in the Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Omaha, Orange County, and Vancouver areas. For more than thirty years, we have been helping businesses of all sizes get the most out of their FileMaker investments. As a full-service Claris FileMaker Platinum Partner, Portage Bay is committed to helping you optimize your software investments and improve your business processes. #claris #filemaker #devtools #devs #devcast #openSSL #https #tunneling #AI #semanticsearch #innovation #portagebaysolutions #portagebay  #FileMaker21.1

    53분

  7. 2024. 10. 05. · 비디오

    Ep18: JSON: With Guest Matt Navarre of Navarre Training

    Enjoy Episode 18 of the FileMaker DevCast as our developers discuss JSON, along with special guest Matt Navarre of Navarre Training. We explore the latest tools, techniques, and best practices for using JSON to build fully capable custom applications in FileMaker.   "Basically, if you're a FileMaker developer, at this point ... you cannot afford not to get really good at using JSON. It's ... no longer really an option, even for just regular FileMaker use." - Matt   Some of the areas we talk about are efficiently handling large data sets, integrating with web technologies, and making use of the built-in JSON support within FileMaker.    Matt Navarre is a veteran developer whose expertise dates back to the early days of FileMaker version 1 (released 4/1/1985). He has a long and successful history in the FileMaker community and today dedicates his time to providing expert training in FileMaker development.   Visit him at navarre.training to continue the conversation and see the class options available, both free and paid, along with other resources.

    59분

  8. 2024. 08. 27. · 비디오

    Ep17: We Welcome Mike Ross to the Portage Bay Team

    In this episode of the FileMaker DevCast, we welcome Mike Ross to the Portage Bay team. Mike is a seasoned FileMaker developer with over 35 years of experience and discusses his transition from running a one-person business to joining Portage Bay for continuity of care, shared expertise, and collaboration. He shares his approach to database development, emphasizing simplicity and client involvement, and answers several questions from his new coworkers. Mike showcases two of the many solutions he’s created - one for a painting company and one for an artist’s collection of works. He explains his choices in implementing features such as proposal templates, using hamburger menus versus button bars, and following an achor buoy methodology. Mike also recounts his most challenging project - integrating Google Maps for a well-drilling non-profit in Africa that needed to map the locations of and distances between 3,600 wells. We are delighted that Mike has joined our development crew and we think you’ll enjoy hearing from him as well.

    49분
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The FileMaker Developer podcast, sponsored by Portage Bay Solutions, is the ultimate destination for developers looking to streamline their development process and rapidly deploy their solutions. Join our expert hosts as they delve into the latest techniques and tools for using Claris FileMaker’s low code platform to create custom, business-critical solutions with ease. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just getting started, this podcast will provide valuable insights and inspiration to help you take your development skills to the next level. // Listen to the DevCast // Visit us at PortageBay.com

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