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**Updated** FileMaker Button Bar Portal Sort Header

We are excited to announce an update to the Portal Sort Header demo and video that we had posted back in 2016. We have refactored the process a little. It now uses JSON for variable passing. This change has removed the need for any custom functions. We also updated the object names so they are easy to see in the left panel object viewer.

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Wireframing and Balsamiq

When it comes to Claris FileMaker development, having a clear plan prior to development is definitely key. When communicating design concepts and generating ideas with a client during the early stages, having resources that make the process more efficient can be helpful. One tool that can be used to help with creating a blueprint of your database is wireframing.

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Introducing Office Hours

Visit our Office Hours page to get the Zoom links. Every first and third Thursdays, from 1pm - 2pm Pacific, we’ll be “in the office” with you to discuss various technical topics regarding Claris products. Topics will be based off of our technical blog posts or other aspects related to FileMaker and Claris Connect. You are welcome to bring your other tech questions as well. Attendance is free and the invitation is open to all experience levels. We look forward to the discussions!

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Comparing Claris Connect and other iPaaS Systems

iPaaS stands for ‘Integration Platform as a Service’ and if that isn’t one of the less clear product categories around, I don’t know what is. Everyone knows what a coffee vendor sells, but what does an iPaaS vendor provide?

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10 FileMaker Quick Tips

To start the year off right, here’s 10 quick FileMaker Pro tips to optimize your daily workflow and improve your FileMaker experience. I wish I would have known these a lot sooner!

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Our Thoughts on Heading Into a New Year!

It’s time for moving on from the holidays and towards Auld Lang Syne and new year wishes. We’ve collected some personal and business reflections from our team to wrap up this past year while looking forward to the next, and we wanted to offer them to our readers as well. Through all of the ups and downs that life tends to bring, we continue to be grateful for connections made, experiences gathered, and lessons learned and shared. Thank you for being a part of the Portage Bay Solutions sphere. We wish you & your families a very Happy New Year!

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