FileMaker Pro 9 Bible

Erscheinungsjahr 2008
ISBN: 978-0-470-17743-3
Verlag: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 768 Seiten, Format (B × H): 187 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 1126 g

Reihe: Bible

"Ray Cologon's contributions to the FileMaker developer community are unsurpassed. When Ray says something, we are all well advised to pay close attention."
-- Steven H. Blackwell, FileMaker Pro expert, developer, and author

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Refocused and completely rewritten with the needs of business users and FileMaker Pro developers in mind, FileMaker Pro 9 Bible shows you how to design an industrial-strength database, make it intuitive, and automate it with scripts and programming. From the fundamentals to data modeling to writing no-fail code, you'll find the clear, step-by-step procedures, solid techniques, and detailed explanations you need to master this powerful software and build the right solutions for your needs.
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Design dynamic layouts for screen and print
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Learn data modeling and examine data arrays
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Work with tables and SQL data sources, and migrate legacy data
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Manage lists, calculate summary data, and document your code
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Master scripting and the ScriptMaker
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Find out how to extend pivot data between tables
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Apply security and maintain the integrity of your data
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Create custom functions and use standards-based approaches

Autoren/Hrsg.

Cohen, Dennis R.

Cologon, Ray

Fachgebiete

• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Programmierung | Softwareentwicklung Datenbankprogrammierung FileMaker

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Acknowledgments.

Preface.

Part I: The Fundamentals.

Chapter 1: Databases: The What, Why, and How.

Chapter 2: Putting FileMaker Pro in Perspective.

Chapter 3: Getting Acquainted with FileMaker.

Chapter 4: What's New in FileMaker 9.

Part II: Introduction to Database Design.

Chapter 5: Creating a Database.

Chapter 6: The Interface: Layout Mode.

Chapter 7: The Structure: The Manage Database Dialog.

Chapter 8: The Processes: ScriptMaker.

Part III: Beyond the Basics.

Chapter 9: The FileMaker Power User.

Chapter 10: Building Advanced Interfaces.

Chapter 11: Data Modeling in FileMaker.

Chapter 12: Calculation Wizardry.

Chapter 13: Scripting in Depth.

Part IV: Integrity and Security.

Chapter 14: In Control with FileMaker Security.

Chapter 15: Maintaining Referential Integrity.

Chapter 16: Making FileMaker Systems Fail-Safe.

Chapter 17: Maintaining and Restoring Data.

Part V: Raising the Bar.

Chapter 18: FileMaker Pro Advanced Features.

Chapter 19: Efficient Code, Efficient Solutions.

Chapter 20: Extending FileMaker's Capabilities.

Part VI: Appendixes.

Appendix A: Glossary.

Appendix B: Expanding Your Knowledge with Additional Resources.

Appendix C: About the Web Site.

Index.

Über Autor(innen)

Ray Cologon is a FileMaker Pro consultant, a member of the FileMaker Business Alliance (FBA), and a widely known and respected FileMaker Pro developer and solutions provider. Ray is the recipient of an Award for Leadership and Technical Excellence in FileMaker Pro from FileMaker, Inc.

Dennis R. Cohen is a computer industry writer, technical reviewer, and coauthor of fifteen books. He has been involved in the industry for almost thirty years and was a senior software engineer at Claris Corp. (now FileMaker, Inc.).