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  • FileMaker 16 brings enhancements to Mac & iOS databases

    rbparkerrbparker
    "...failing to provide adequate database migration tools for previous versions of FileMaker."???

    I've been developing in Filemaker since v2.1 (circa 1995ish) and can tell you that every version of FileMaker can import previous versions of FileMaker and convert to the then "current" file format of FileMaker. 

    This new v16 uses the exact SAME file format as 15, 14, 13 and 12. Prior to that there were a couple other file formats (not every new version uses one) and usually each version of FileMaker can import 2 or 3 earlier versions per my statement above. They've also been known to make available utilities to assist in file conversion as well. Conversion is as simple as just opening an old file with the newest version of FileMaker! A couple of clicks and it's done!

    Given all this, your statement literally makes no sense. The built in facilities would automatically import absolutely EVERY field in EVERY table as well as EVERY layout in your file(s). It would also import EVERY script in every file. Over time, some commands/features may have been deprecated/removed but that's pretty much assumed for every piece of software. Older versions of FileMaker are also unable to run on newer OS's but again this is not unusual.

    From my perspective FileMaker's actually done MORE than most companies by building into EVERY Mac/PC version the ability to convert old databases to new ones.

    Given all this, I'd love to know what you mean by your statement (quoted above). Exactly WHAT could you not migrate?
    tdknoxmacplusplusrobbyxchia

  • FileMaker 16 brings enhancements to Mac & iOS databases

    rbparkerrbparker
    dee_dee said:
    FileMaker is absolute garbage.
    That's why FileMaker (owned by Apple, the largest company in the world) has been profitable for 73+ quarters...

    I make a living off of FileMaker and the changes in 16 (and 15 and 14), the new features they offer for mobility (iPad and iPhone via FileMaker Go) and the ability to web-enable any of my solutions via Filemaker WebDirect are flat-out amazing. No other platform offers this level of options, control and customization. 

    I can only assume the person posting above is/was a Microsoft Access programmer...

    :-)
    macpluspluspscooter63chia

  • Review: Using the Epson LW-600P portable label printer with Apple's iPhone & Mac

    rbparkerrbparker
    Interesting article but...

    I've owned a Dymo printer for a couple years and can ASSURE you that while Dymo might not support AirPrint printing out of the box, I print to them just *fine* with my iPads/iPhone (with FileMaker specifically).

    All you need is one of the several apps out there that enable AirPrint printing to "non-AirPrint" printers that are connected to a Mac. I personally like handyPirntPRO. My Dymo printer is connected to my Mac and handyPrint lets me print to it quite nicely.

    More info at: http://www.netputing.com/handyprintpro/
    macplusplus

  • Dual batteries, layered logic boards revealed in iPhone X teardown

    rbparkerrbparker
    Yeah, but "Does it Blend???"

    :-)

    airnerdbaconstangdoozydozenwatto_cobra

  • Nest absorbed into Google to better battle HomeKit, Alexa for home automation supremacy

    rbparkerrbparker
    I LOVE my 1st Generation Nest but really, REALLY wish they'd support HomeKit.

    I KNOW they have their own, equivalent layer of software they're prefer I use but I will NOT be moving to Google/Android any time soon.

    I'm actually in the middle of moving my home and one of the first things I did was remove the thermostat from the wall and replace it with some $25 POS from Home Depot as that nifty little piece of hardware is coming to the new place with me!

    I LOVE the interface and info it comes up with but HomeKit is now the "bar" I use for buying SmartHome peripherals. I've recently bought security cameras and doorbells - ALL of which are HomeKit compatible. Door locks and (possibly) garage door openers will be next.

    Google, PLEASE realize that you can and will alienate customers if you push your standards above all else at this crucial point in time (ie the market for smart home devices).
    StrangeDaysdws-2