Filemaker Pro 5 Bible

By Steven A. Schwartz

Completely revised for the latest FileMaker version, FileMaker Pro 5 Bible keeps you up to speed with this sophisticated database program. Whether you're a database newbie looking for step-by-step instructions or a FileMaker veteran searching for inside tips and shortcuts, this comprehensive cross-platform guide is the only one you need. Explore everything from fundamental database concepts and procedures to the latest tools added for Version 5 in this guide; individual sections address: Database design basics, including tools and layout possibilities Data entry and edit features Search and sort options Advanced database functions like calculations, computations, automation, data exchange, and template construction Web publishing, creating workgroups, and linking to other databases Developing databases for clients The enclosed CD-ROM holds a massive collection of ready-to-run FileMaker Pro templates, example databases, demos, and utilities. Refer to it as you get up and running or later on if you need help with the more advanced topics covered in the book.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764534068
• ISBN13: 9780764534065
• Release Date: December 1999
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 756 Pages
• Weight: 3.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.8" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

No puzzled look

I'm an advanced FileMaker Pro user and developer (since 14 years). Every now and than I run into something like - how on earth can I do that ? Just take your book of the shelf and I don't have that puzzled look on my face anymore after reading the needed section. Indeed, for me you have done your job. Give us more !!!! ...

FileMaker® Pro 5 Bible

I am a long time FileMaker Pro user and this book has been a huge help. It provides all the basics and explains what is new about FileMaker 5. It also gives information on many advanced FileMaker techniques like scripts, functions, and web interface. Schwartz states things simply and logically, and makes them easy to understand. Using this information, our nonprofit organization has been able to save thousands of dollars in the last few months by managing mailing lists, controlling duplicates when combining lists, and pulling target groups.

does anybody know

This seems to be the definitive guide to Filermaker. I agree. But does anyone know anyone out there who actually has a job writing Filemaker Pro. I have never actually seen a job advertised in any major paper. Or for that matter met anyone who actually makes a living cranking out FM code.

The Zen Of FileMaker Pro Charting

Steven Schwartz has gotten under my skin with how to generate charts in FileMaker Pro (3,4 or 5) using Excel or the X2Max XMCHART Plug-In. By the way that plug-in makes BEAUTIFUL charts. A Demo copy is on the CD!

FileMaker Pro 5 Bible is good for novice user like me.

I'm a new user of FileMaker Pro 5, FileMaker Pro 5 Bible is easy to understand and good for text reference. I think FileMaker Pro 5 Bible is the only book you can depend to use the software effectively. It covers all of the program's steps that anyone can understand. FileMaker Pro 5 Bible is good for novice user.