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PreConference Day Part 1 - Generative AI, Semantic Search, and RAG in FileMaker: Next-Level AI Workflows

AI is no longer just a tool—it’s a workflow accelerator. In this hands-on, interactive session, you’ll discover how Generative AI, Semantic Search, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) can work together to automate content, improve search accuracy, and generate real-time insights inside FileMaker.

🔹 What You’ll Build & Learn:
✅ Generative AI for FileMaker – Automate reports, emails, and summaries using the latest AI models.
✅ Semantic Search (Vector Search) – Go beyond keywords to find the most relevant FileMaker records.
✅ Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) – Enhance AI-generated content by feeding it live FileMaker data.
✅ AI-Powered Reports in the Web Viewer – Generate interactive, AI-enhanced reports and dashboards.
✅ Multi-AI Workflows – Chain multiple AI techniques together (e.g., search → summarize → email → report).

Who Should Attend?
FileMaker developers who want practical, real-world AI workflows—without the complexity of building AI models from scratch.

🔥 Expect hands-on exercises in the provided demo file, many use-cases, and the very latest in AI-friendly FileMaker.

PreConference Day Part 1 - From hesitation to adoption: using Studio to natively capture and expose FileMaker data on the web

Claris Studio has matured significantly in the past year or so, and is now a good option to handle various use cases regarding capturing data online and pushing it to FileMaker, and exposing FileMaker data to users on the web natively.   This workshop will cover the following topics in a hands-on manner:   * Creating a form view, including pre-setting form fields via url (data collection use case) * Creating a custom view to expose FileMaker data (customer portal use case) * Configuring authentication of internal and external users * Limiting user access to data via Record Level Access privileges * Exchanging data between FileMaker and Studio via Studio’s new Data Sources feature * Working with related data   Additionally, the presenters will share tips based on their experience using Studio on client projects, which will save you time and headaches as you start using Studio yourself.

Fika

Time to stretch our legs, grab a coffee and a snack, connect to other attendees and catch some fresh air before the upcoming sessions!

PreConference Day Part 2 - Generative AI, Semantic Search, and RAG in FileMaker: Next-Level AI Workflows

AI is no longer just a tool—it’s a workflow accelerator. In this hands-on, interactive session, you’ll discover how Generative AI, Semantic Search, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) can work together to automate content, improve search accuracy, and generate real-time insights inside FileMaker.

🔹 What You’ll Build & Learn:
✅ Generative AI for FileMaker – Automate reports, emails, and summaries using the latest AI models.
✅ Semantic Search (Vector Search) – Go beyond keywords to find the most relevant FileMaker records.
✅ Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) – Enhance AI-generated content by feeding it live FileMaker data.
✅ AI-Powered Reports in the Web Viewer – Generate interactive, AI-enhanced reports and dashboards.
✅ Multi-AI Workflows – Chain multiple AI techniques together (e.g., search → summarize → email → report).

Who Should Attend?
FileMaker developers who want practical, real-world AI workflows—without the complexity of building AI models from scratch.

🔥 Expect hands-on exercises in the provided demo file, many use-cases, and the very latest in AI-friendly FileMaker.

PreConference Day Part 2 - From Hesitation to Adoption: Onboarding Users into Claris Studio

Learn how to get your users started with Claris Studio—without the pushback. Discover real-world tips, onboarding strategies, and tools that make adoption smoother and more successful.

Social Evening (beer tasting)

Please Note: Participation in this event requires a separate ticket, which is not included in the standard conference registration.

Beer tasting and something to eat at a local brewery a short walk from the hotel

Address: coming up soon

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Opening Keynote

Time to gather everyone to kick off the conference! 🎉
A short introduction by ClickWorks and Square Moon followed by keynote by Claris.

Fika

Time to stretch our legs, grab a coffee and a snack, connect to other attendees and catch some fresh air before the upcoming sessions!

Claris Technical

Description to come

Lunch

Time to fill our stomachs instead of our brains!

FileMaker, JavaScript & AI: The Future of UI in a Single WebViewer

What if your entire FileMaker app interface lived in a single WebViewer? This session explores the benefits, challenges, and architecture of building a modern FileMaker app powered by HTML, JavaScript, and AI—all within one layout. Learn how to offload UI rendering to web technologies, streamline user interaction through dynamic JavaScript frameworks, and integrate AI tools (like ChatGPT or other APIs) to enhance automation, content generation, and user guidance. We’ll break down practical techniques, performance considerations, and when this bold approach makes sense. If you’re ready to rethink what a FileMaker interface can be, this session is for you.

Back to the Future IV: Leveraging XML for Self-Knowledge and Self-Transformation in FileMaker Solutions

A sequel to previous presentations of how to use XML inside FileMaker itself. Where are we at in 2025? How can we use features like Save a Copy as XML and the Upgrade Tool to develop in amazing new ways?

Secure your FileMaker Server from Attack

Security is an ongoing concern these days. In this session, I will show you how you can secure you FileMaker server from DDoS attacks and in general make it more difficult for attackers to get to your server. The best thing is that it’s not difficult, you don’t need to be very technical. We need to change some settings and do a little setup and then you are protected. Interested in knowing more? Don’t miss this session!

Sponsor Session 1

Sponsored Session

Teaching Your Database to Think: The New AI Frontier in FileMaker

FileMaker's groundbreaking AI features are transforming database solutions with three powerful capabilities: Hugging Face model integration, fine-tuning, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). This session combines essential theory with practical implementation to help you master these game-changing tools. We'll explore the theoretical foundations of RAG architecture - understanding how vector databases, embeddings, and retrieval mechanisms work together to eliminate AI hallucinations and create context-aware responses. You'll grasp fine-tuning principles, including transfer learning theory, when to adapt models versus using pre-trained ones, and how to avoid common pitfalls like overfitting and performance degradation. Real-world case studies bring theory to life: building a customer service RAG system, creating industry-specific fine-tuned models, and integrating Hugging Face models for automated data processing. Each example includes configuration best practices and troubleshooting strategies. Attendees will gain deep understanding of AI concepts and see how they translate into FileMaker implementations, enabling informed architectural decisions and successful AI-enhanced database solutions.

The Secret to Smaller Databases and Bigger Savings: Smart Cloud Archiving

Tired of ballooning databases and backup costs? Discover how smart cloud archiving lets you offload old data without losing access. In this session, you'll learn how to shrink your live database, slash storage expenses, and still keep archived data searchable, viewable, and restorable — when you need it. It’s simpler than you think, and it works with the tools you already use.

Session 7

Sponsor Session 2

Sponsored Session

Fika

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To be determined

Take a Seat! Interactive SVG Maps in FileMaker

SVG isn’t just for icons — it’s a powerful tool for creating interactive, data-driven visuals right inside your FileMaker layouts. In this session, we’ll break down what an SVG really is and how it works. You’ll learn how to build dynamic graphics that respond to clicks, reflect real-time data, and adapt to a wide variety of use cases — from seating charts and custom maps to dashboards and visual workflows. This session will give you the tools and inspiration to make your layouts come alive!

From One Meeting to a Full App: The Wild Speed of AI-Driven Prototyping

In this session, we’ll reveal how a single client meeting, paired with the power of ChatGPT, user stories, and Figma, is all we need to create a full app prototype—often within hours. Learn how we extract key insights, generate structured requirements, and design compelling user experiences with lightning speed. Whether you're in UX, product, or development, this fast-lane approach to app creation will challenge how you think about project kickoffs.

Tracksy can track your stuff so you don't have to

Learn how 24U integrated more than 10 different technologies (including barcodes, QR codes, RFID tags, plastic ID cards, label printers, and stationary and mobile RFID readers) with the Claris FileMaker platform in 4 products (Tracksy, Scavent, Gonector and Xgode) available even to you for your customers to automate tracking people, goods, assets and other items, and simplify complex operations, such as warehouse management, inventory counting, completing orders, manufacturing, or even managing events like this conference.

Conference Dinner

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FileMaker 2025 - working with Found Sets

Storing, restoring, and working with found sets has never been easier.

Performance of FileMaker with and without AI

Is FileMaker 2025 faster than previous versions? How much? Can AI make FileMaker faster? How can you make your database faster? How can you make AI faster? Come to let HOnza share his recent test results and experiences and answer these and other performance related questions.

Sponsor Session 4

Sponsored Session

Fika

Time to stretch our legs, grab a coffee and a snack, connect to other attendees and catch some fresh air before the upcoming sessions!

Moving from DAPI to OData

The cat is out of the bag, and the Data API is going to slowly retreat and die, with OData talking to FileMaker Server in it’s own input leg. What are the differences between the two? Are there security/ performance considerations? How might we go about the task of moving from one to the other? One major difference is that DAPI is Layout-based, and OData uses Table Occurrences (and a little bit of the relationship graph) Implications for naming strategy and URL length you will need ways to be clever about your queries and tips for speeding up creating them. A concept for a dynamic query builder.

E-invoicing in Europe: Where Do We Really Stand?

With key regulatory deadlines approaching across the EU, e-invoicing is becoming a strategic priority for businesses. This session will provide a clear overview of upcoming obligations, current standards (including PEPPOL), country-specific approaches, and practical tips to prepare for the shift. A concrete and accessible talk to help organizations stay ahead.

A new way to offload work, and know when it’s finished

For a long time FileMaker developers have found a variety of ways in which they can offload work. Over the last two versions of Claris FileMaker we’ve received the tools to make this easier and more seamless for users.

Versioning, Testing and Deployment Automation—combined: DevOps Best Practices with Devin

Discover seamless versioning, regression testing and deployment automation—all seamlessly integrated into the same tool. Devin takes your FileMaker skills to the next level by extending your development skills with advanced DevOps capabilities directly from FileMaker Pro. In this session you will learn DevOps best practices and witness concrete examples of how easily you can implement automated testing in your fmp12-files, save versions of your work, compare versions and see code diffs, release versions between server environments, and automate data migrations with the click of a button. Rolling back you ask? No worries, we will cover that too.

AI and FileMaker: Enhancing Business Results Through Integration

Learn how to supercharge FileMaker with AI! Explore real use cases, integration methods, and future trends to transform your apps and boost business impact.

7 Ways to Build Stronger Visual Hierarchy in Your UI

Unleashing Automation: Integrating FileMaker with n8n Workflows

We live in a world where apps are expected to talk to each other—and let’s face it, FileMaker has often had to work a bit harder to join that conversation. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this session, I’ll show you how to connect FileMaker with n8n, a flexible, open-source automation tool that can act as your bridge to the outside world. I’m not talking about installing more plugins or shelling out for pricey middleware. With just FileMaker’s built-in tools—like the Data API and Insert from URL—you can trigger powerful n8n workflows, move data between systems like Nextcloud, WordPress, social platforms, even AI tools, and bring the results right back into FileMaker. The beauty of n8n? You can host it yourself. That means no vendor lock-in, full control over your data, and a big win for anyone working in GDPR-sensitive environments. With native support for public and local large language models, n8n opens the door to AI-enhanced automation—without sacrificing privacy. This session is grounded in real-world examples, drawn from projects where FileMaker needed to reach beyond itself. I’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and where the real value lies. If you’re looking to make FileMaker a better team player in your tech stack—this is a great place to start.

MBS plugin

Let us show you what is new in MBS Plugin in 2025.

Lunch

Time to fill our stomachs instead of our brains!

Claris Studio Custom Views

Unleash the real power of Claris Studio with custom views. Discover how you can build a flexible and responsive UI in a fraction of the time that it would take in FileMaker. Learn about the latest features of Claris Studio.

Sponsor Session 7

FileMaker & AI: New Capabilities That Transform Your Workflow

Discover how the latest updates in FileMaker Server unlock powerful new possibilities by integrating artificial intelligence into everyday business workflows. This session will focus on a real-world use case where AI significantly streamlines administrative processes within a company. We’ll explore how combining FileMaker’s robust platform with AI-driven automation can reduce manual data entry, improve accuracy, and enhance overall efficiency. Whether you’re exploring AI for the first time or looking to push your FileMaker solutions further, this session will offer practical insights and inspiration for what’s possible today.

Panel discussion

Claris Studio will be in the spotlight for this panel discussion.

Sponsor Session 8

Building iOS widgets for real-time dashboard data with Claris FileMaker and Claris Connect

Ready to bring real-time insights to users right on their iOS and iPadOS home and lock screens?



Learn how to build dashboard widgets using JavaScript and Claris Connect to display key data from your Claris FileMaker solutions. These widgets offer on-the-go users quick access to vital information without diving into the app, making data visualization and decision-making faster and easier.



In this session, you’ll:



- Learn how to create iOS widgets to display dashboard data

- Integrate JavaScript and Claris Connect to power real-time insights

- Customize widgets for an intuitive and seamless user experience

- Help users make informed decisions without leaving their Home or Lock screens



Whether you're an in-house developer or consultant, you’ll leave ready to provide on-the-go insights that empower users to make timely, informed business decisions.

Fika

Time to stretch our legs, grab a coffee and a snack, connect to other attendees and catch some fresh air before the upcoming sessions!

Closing session

A lottery session will conclude the conference after we summarize a bit from this year's event. Thank you all, good bye and see you next year?