Here is our quick guide of technical considerations to watch out for when updating from previous versions.
While it is a given that one would immediately use the FileMaker 17 platform for developing a new custom App if starting from scratch today, there may be some work to be done if you are planning on upgrading from an older version of FileMaker. So much more to cover with FileMaker Server, the Data API, FileMaker Go and the new Licensing Model.Ĭontact us to help with server installs or to learn how the FileMaker 17 Platform can enhance your business.As we have noted in our previous articles, FileMaker 17 is a formidable upgrade to an already great platform. Keep an eye open for much more detailed blog posts on how to use these great new features. Show Custom Dialog - Now allows variables for input. Perform Script and Perform Script on Server now support selecting a script name by calculation! Sending Email - Multiple attachments are now supported! Numbers as primary keys are faster as indexed keys.Īccount Lockout - After trying unsuccessfully to sign in to a hosted file several times within a few minutes, you are not permitted to try again for several minutes. This is important because we can now generate UUID’s as numbers natively in FileMaker. Get(UUIDNumber) - Returns a number representing a car Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) value. Oops, did we just reveal some new UI? You’ll have to wait and see…Devcon 2018 General Random Features: While only one inspector is shown, you can easily open more as you have previously. The where is the world is the inspector game is over. They move and are locked to the sides of the window as you expand and are easily hidden. On the left, easily toggle between fields and the object viewer, on the right of the inspector. So upon opening the application for the first time you will immediately notice a completely redesigned launcher, where you can add your applications and only see the ones you want under My Apps.Įntering Layout Mode for the first time will reveal the revamped design. Wait, where is FileMaker Pro? It was combined with FileMaker Pro Advanced and a simple checkbox can turn off the advanced features from the preferences menu. When you receive your download licensing you should first note that you have 1 serial number for all applications! Yes, both FileMaker Pro Advanced and FileMaker Server 17 use the same serial number. There are a lot of subtle changes that will not initially jump out, so let’s take a look. A s part of what has become an annual update around the middle of May, FileMaker continued its pattern with FileMaker 17, an update that tunes the platform to both the end user and the developer.
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