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Better, Faster Random Text for FileMaker

Let's evaluate better methods for generating and modifying large sample data sets (over 1 GB) in a FileMaker solution, when custom functions are ineffective for data greater than 10K characters. Improved methods included using FileMaker’s Get (UUID), or using JavaScript or Python, resulting in faster execution times and increased character limits, ultimately showcasing superior performance for larger data sets.
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Internal Tools at the Speed of Growth: FileMaker + Web + AI

Fast-growing teams often struggle to find suitable internal tools, balancing between inadequate spreadsheets and cumbersome enterprise platforms. Beezwax offers a hybrid approach that fuses flexibility, modern web technologies, and AI. These solutions cater to diverse organizational needs, promoting streamlined workflows, improved data management, and quicker adaptability to scaling challenges.
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Grep'ing FileMaker Recovery Logs

When you run Recovery (<strong>File-&gt;Recover…</strong>) on a FileMaker database file, everything checked and any errors are logged in the <strong>Recovery.log</strong> file.
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Beezwax Highlights FileMaker at Claris Conference 2025 Japan

Claris Conference 2024 - Japan takes place in Tokyo this November 11th-13th with Claris as primary sponsor, and Beezwax as exhibitor and sponsor. At EngageU, Vincenzo Menanno delivers sessions on building great solutions and utilizing InspectorPro for diagnostics and in-depth analysis. The conference attracts top partners, developers, and community leaders focusing on innovation in Claris and FileMaker platform development.
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Design for Change: Evolving Interfaces Over Time

Sustainable software design prioritizes adaptability over mere aesthetics. Utilizing composable components, well-scoped styling, and encapsulated interaction patterns ensures UI can evolve alongside new requirements. Moreover, managing data model changes is crucial, employing abstraction and graceful handling. Decisions to refactor or rewrite should prioritize modular structures to facilitate growth and flexibility.
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From Chaos To Clarity: How State Machines Simplify React Application Logic

State machines, or Finite State Machines, represent a computational model with defined states and transitions. They are effective in managing complex processes, particularly in React applications, where UI state can be represented through these machines. Using state machines simplifies code, reduces complexity, and allows for straightforward async operations. Libraries like micro-machines facilitate implementing state machines while remaining framework-agnostic.
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Beezwax Sponsors Claris Conference 2024 Japan

Claris Conference 2024 - Japan takes place in Tokyo this November 11th-13th with Claris as primary sponsor, and Beezwax as exhibitor and sponsor. At EngageU, Vincenzo Menanno delivers sessions on building great solutions and utilizing InspectorPro for diagnostics and in-depth analysis. The conference attracts top partners, developers, and community leaders focusing on innovation in Claris and FileMaker platform development.
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Beezwax at Build Grow Learn 2025 – Claris Community Conference

Allison Bell will present 'Transforming Time: Five Leadership Strategies to Maximize Impact' at the Build.Grow.Learn 2025 conference in Greenville, SC, from September 8–10. Her session offers practical strategies for business leaders to enhance productivity, define culture, and prioritize long-term success, while promoting team resilience and well-being.
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