FileMaker News

Formulations Pro, Inc. San Diego, CA. Announced the release of Calendar Developer Tool 11 software. Formulations Pro, Inc. is the world-wide leader in commercial FileMaker software applications. The Calendar Developer Tool 11 is the number 1 choice in calendaring applications from Formulations Pro. Since it's initial release, more than 1000 companies and developers world-wide have purchased and/or customized the Calendar Developer Tool from Formulations Pro... - (Formulations Pro)

FileMaker, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of the FileMaker Training Series for FileMaker 11, a self-paced learning program to help intermediate to advanced database users and developers master the essentials of the new software. The FileMaker Training Series is a key resource to help prepare for the FileMaker 11 Certification examination, also available today.The FileMaker Training Series can help users hone their skills to get the most from the new features in the FileMaker 11 product line. The training can benefit anyone from consultants and in-house corporate developers to independent developers and professionals running their own business.

The Entrepreneur's Journal looked at the trend of more and more entrepreneurs using the iPhone to help run their businesses. At the top of the list of Apps: Bento for iPhone: "Bento helps you perform tasks like keeping track of your contacts and calendar, monitoring your projects, setting up to-do lists and even cataloging inventory. You can also use it for personal things, such as to log the progress of your diet. In fact, Bento has a template exchange that allows you to download hundreds of tasks."

The Washington Times' Mark Kellner reviews the new FileMaker Pro 11 and writes, "If you enjoy working with databases, FileMaker Pro will bring a smile to your face. If you grind your molars at the thought of such work, FileMaker Pro will unclench your jaw and give you an easy (and successful) way of making lighter work of a demanding task. It's a program I highly, and happily, recommend."

PC MAG takes note of the new FileMaker 11 product line: "The most touted feature is the ability to graphically represent data in a series of colorful, dynamic charts. Quick Reports, gives users spreadsheet functionality by setting up data in a way which is similar to pivot tables in spreadsheets. File Maker Pro 11's other new features include Quick Find; an iTunes-like search tool that performs searches across all fields in a layout ... Database-creation novices should relish the improved Quick Start Screen; it aids in creating new databases, managing files and finding help resources."

FMPasteboard is a FileMaker Advanced extension for storing and changing FileMaker objects. You can copy and paste Layouts, Tables, Fields, Scripts and Custom Functions in one go as editable xml text. Together with the free and open FMPasteboard-Archive database you can use it as an Asset Management for your own FileMaker objects. Re-use scripts, buttons or Custom Functions, etc... - (qutic development)

FileMaker Inc. today announced the appointment of a new Asia Pacific Systems Engineer, David Head. In his new role Head will be responsible for providing technical expertise to support sales in FileMaker's business, consumer and education markets, primarily in Australia and New Zealand but also covering South East Asia... - (FileMaker Inc.)

SystemYes today announced the immediate availability of Chrysalis Lite version 1.0 for FileMaker developers and enthusiasts. This product creates a fully open database from the xml database design report (DDR) created by FileMaker Pro Advanced... - (SystemYes)

FlexPac Pro is a software solution developed for the Flexography Printing Industry. From first contact, through estimating, prepress, production and final delivery. FlexPac Pro is built to accommodate your growing business. FlexPac Pro's integrated estimating module enables the user to create and email detailed quotes for multiple quantities... - (Dynamic Business Solutions)

FileMaker, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of the FileMaker Training Series for FileMaker 11, a self-paced learning program to help intermediate to advanced database users and developers master the essentials of the new software. The FileMaker Training Series is a key resource to help prepare for the FileMaker 11 Certification examination, also available today... - (FileMaker Inc.)

Whether you are a beginner looking to enhance your database knowledge, or an intermediate to advanced FileMaker developer looking to develop a sophisticated database solution for your organization, CoreSolutions' training sessions are designed to give you the skills you need to successfully utilize FileMaker 10 for your unique needs... - (CoreSolutions Software Inc.)

Productive Computing, Inc., a Platinum member of the FileMaker Business Alliance, announces the release of iCal Manipulator. This new plug-in provides a bi-directional data exchange between FileMaker Pro and Apple's iCal application... - (Productive Computing Inc.)