Pass the whole range of Claris FileMaker Certification Exams. Master key concepts and techniques with expert training, boosting your confidence for professional certification success.
5 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- The core fundamentals of Claris FileMaker Pro and the essential skills needed for developing a custom application
- Understanding key features like scripting, finding records and data sharing
- How to improve your FileMaker layouts using themes, advanced layout objects and sub-summaries
- How to advance your custom apps using calculations
- How to create scripts in FileMaker Pro to automate complex tasks
- Complex development practices and deeper security features
- Using advanced scripting to produce automated reports on refined datasets
- The use of charts and other add-on capabilities
This Claris FileMaker Pro Certification Preparation course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Book this course
We offer Claris FileMaker Pro Certification Preparation as a private course.
You can select a date which suits you or your team.
The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.
Request datesCourse Outline for Claris FileMaker Pro Certification Preparation
Defining Database Schema
- Identify the characteristics and implications of using various auto-entry options
- Identify the characteristics and implications of using various field types available in FileMaker Pro
- Identify the mechanisms and behaviours of validation options and describe the possible outcomes when one is triggered
- Use a storage option to achieve a desired result
- Use a container storage option to achieve a desired result
- Given a particular Relationships Graph and scenario, define a result
- Given a scenario, define the appropriate relationship
- Use ESS to integrate data from external data sources and properly design a schema
Building Layouts
- Describe the implications of tying a layout to specific table occurrence
- Identify characteristics and behaviours that can be assigned to a portal
- Describe which field/layout object behaviors can be modified
- Describe the types and attributes of script triggers
- Given a scenario, identify the implications of choosing a particular trigger type
- Identify the properties, use, and capabilities of themes, object styles, and states
- Describe the setup and behavior of layout parts
- Identify the implications of layout design across different clients
Working with Calculations
- Identify proper expression syntax, logic, and order of operations
- Describe the behaviour and use of core calculation functions
- Describe the behaviour and use of specialised calculation functions
- Describe the behaviour and use of custom functions
Working with Scripts
- Given a scenario, identify the use of core algorithm techniques
- Identify the use of core scripting features
- Describe how context and context changes can affect script behaviours when retrieving or updating data in related or unrelated tables, and/or navigating between tables or windows
- Describe the considerations required when writing scripts for a multi-user environment
- Describe the tools and techniques for troubleshooting scripts
- Identify the implications of writing scripts for different clients or environments
Securing FileMaker Systems
- Describe how accounts, privilege sets, and authentication interact
- Describe how to control access and manage security in custom apps through privilege sets
- Describe how encryption and external file protection is used to protect FileMaker data
- Describe how to secure an app for deployment
Deploying FileMaker Systems
- Describe the available configurations, location, and administrative options for all FileMaker Server and FileMaker Cloud components and services
- Describe the key elements of FileMaker Server and FileMaker Cloud installations and deployments, configuration and administration, troubleshooting and monitoring
- Describe best practices for effective and secure back-ups
- Describe the key elements of using server-side scripting
- Describe the options for deploying a custom app to FileMaker Go
- Describe the differences between deploying for FileMaker WebDirect, FileMaker Pro or FileMaker Go
- Describe the available web publishing options for FileMaker Server
Data integration
- Describe the formats and methods to import data into FileMaker files
- Describe the formats and methods to export data from FileMaker files
- Describe the methods for integrating FileMaker with web services
- Describe which live back-end data sources are supported for ESS
- Describe how to connect to external data sources and how to integrate them into a custom app
FAQs about the Claris FileMaker Pro Certification Preparation course
How is the content taught throughout the Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course?
Our Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course is extremely interactive. You will be using FileMaker Pro throughout the day, working through many different examples of topics that are tested in the FileMaker developer exams. Our trainer will be supporting you through each step.
Is this Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to FileMaker Pro or have been using FileMaker Pro for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in FileMaker Pro. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course?
For private classes in Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course?
We offer ongoing support to our Preparatory Training for the FileMaker Certified Developer Exam course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
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Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
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