FileMaker Lab

Field notes

Short, sharp notes from the experiment bench.

Articles, observations, patterns, and working theories for developers building serious FileMaker systems in the AI era.

AI Workflow01

Why FileMaker Developers Need Their Own AI Workflow

Generic AI advice breaks down quickly. FileMaker work needs context, constraints, and reusable patterns.

Automation02

The Problem with Gluing Tools Together

Automation can become fragile fast. The lab approach starts with repeatability, observability, and clear boundaries.

DDR/XML03

Using DDR XML as a Development Superpower

DDR exports can become searchable maps, review surfaces, and risk detectors when treated as structured data.

Tools04

Building Native Tools Instead of Workarounds

Sometimes the cleanest FileMaker workflow comes from a focused native tool, not another layer of glue.