Become a More Confident Claris FileMaker User
Many people use Claris FileMaker every day without ever receiving formal training on how the platform works. They learn enough to get by, but over time, simple tasks can become … Read More
FileMaker Training
Learn practical FileMaker development skills. We offer FileMaker training and certification designed to help you build, customize, and support real-world solutions. These articles cover FileMaker development techniques, integrations, automation, AI features, and best practices, with many posts including free lessons, demo files, and course previews. Whether you are new to FileMaker or expanding advanced skills, you’ll find training resources you can apply immediately.
To see our complete list of online FileMaker training courses, visit Productive Computing University, or explore our FileMaker Training and Certification Programs.
Build a Working QuickBooks Integration for FileMaker
QuickBooks Online Integration Options for FileMaker Connecting FileMaker to QuickBooks Online is one of the most common integration challenges. Your operational data lives in FileMaker, while your accounting data is … Read More
Mastering Claris Studio: Learn the New Way to Connect FileMaker
If you are working with FileMaker and Claris Studio, understanding how these two platforms connect is key to building modern solutions. The Mastering Claris Studio course has been updated with … Read More
Build FileMaker Skills with PCU
Try the first of 3 certification programs If you are looking to learn FileMaker in a structured, practical way, Productive Computing University’s Beginner Certification Program provides a clear starting point. … Read More
Free JSON Training for FileMaker Developers
If you are looking for free JSON training for FileMaker developers, we offer a course designed to help you build practical, real-world skills you can use immediately. JSON plays a … Read More
Learn to Integrate FileMaker with QuickBooks Online
Connecting FileMaker with QuickBooks Online does not have to involve trial and error or rebuilding accounting systems inside FileMaker. The Connect FileMaker to QuickBooks Online course is a free, practical … Read More
A Practical Guide to the Claris Platform
An Overview for FileMaker Users If you are familiar with FileMaker, you may be curious about how the Claris platform expands on what you already know. With multiple tools designed … Read More
Using the Perform Find by Natural Language Script Step in FileMaker
Searching in FileMaker has traditionally required users to understand field names, layouts, and how to build multi-step find requests. For smaller teams and non-technical users, that learning curve can slow … Read More
Create Barcodes and QR Codes in FileMaker
Creating barcodes and QR codes in FileMaker is easier than ever. Using the free demo file from Productive Computing University, you will be able to use a single script step … Read More
Using AI for Text Summaries, Cleanup, and Translation in FileMaker
If your team collects field notes, service updates, support comments, or quick entries from mobile devices, you know how inconsistent and unstructured text can be. Misspellings, shorthand, scattered thoughts, and … Read More
Using AI for an Internet Search in FileMaker
See how FileMaker can use AI to perform live internet searches and return real-time company data, news, and insights. Explore how to connect FileMaker to OpenAI to gather and organize … Read More
How AI is Transforming FileMaker Development
A Claris Community Live Recap On September 11, 2025, the Claris Community gathered for another Community Live event during which Marc Larochelle, Productive Computing CEO, discussed artificial intelligence and FileMaker. … Read More