AI & Automation

A few weeks ago, Ryan McCann wrote that Claris is bringing agentic development to FileMaker. Last Thursday, they previewed what some of that looks like. If you haven't watched it, go check it out here.Proof has been actively contributing to Claris's efforts in this initiative. We think it's important that agentic development capabilities are a native (“first-party”) feature of FileMaker. 

In this episode of the Context Podcast, Ernest Koe, Todd Geist, and Eric Luce dive into This Week in AI: FileMaker Edition. They explore Claris’ strategic pivot and the evolving core value proposition of FileMaker within the AI engineering era. The team also introduces ProofKit, our new toolkit for agentic FileMaker development, discussing how we’re sharing it with the world. Tune in to understand why navigating this AI-driven landscape—filled with both immense opportunity and complex security risks—is more critical than ever.

AI produces outputs that are standard. In other words, they follow well-established and widely used patterns. You can best leverage AI tools by asking yourself which parts of your goal benefit from a well-established approach and which would be better served by something unique.

In this episode of the Context Podcast, join Ernest Koe and Todd Geist for another installment of "This Week in AI". They begin with their experiences with Claude CoWork and their internal use cases, such as automatic time tracking. They also discuss the importance of project setup and making sure that agents have their own isolated data to keep things moving quickly and securely. 

Experienced developers may be uniquely susceptible to AI-fueled euphoria — not because they understand AI less, but because they understand software development more. A look at why vibe coding hits differently when you've done it the hard way.

Join Ernest, Brian, and Kyle in this episode of The Context Podcast! This episode is a demo of TopCallStats, our newest tool in the Ottomatic Cloud Console. Upload your data, or pull directly from your Ottomatic server to get a visual graph of your performance data. Instead of parsing through an indecipherable log, you can get a clear understanding of your data and pinpoint issues with ease. In the last half of the conversation, they discuss how they used agentic coding to flesh out the tool quickly.

In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Todd Geist and Ernest Koe as they discuss the whirlwind of activity in the AI space and how that affects FileMaker. They go over the practices and theories behind “vibe coding”, agentic engineering, the different platforms, and more. 

Todd Geist presented Practical AI: Lessons Learned from Building ProofChat last November in Antwerp and the videos are now available.

At EngageU 2025 in Antwerp, AI took center stage as FileMaker developers explored the potential and challenges of integrating large language models into their workflows. Beyond technical sessions, the conference highlighted the irreplaceable value of in-person connections, where knowledge sharing, collaboration, and human interaction transform professional relationships. ProofChat's debut and the rich conversations between developers underscored that breakthrough innovations still emerge through direct human exchange.

Streamline your FileMaker workflow with Generator v2.0.6, a powerful tool that automates JSON-to-field creation in seconds. This update makes database development faster and more efficient, eliminating tedious manual work and reducing the risk of human error. Whether you're starting from scratch or mapping existing fields, Generator offers a quick solution for database professionals.

Todd Geist and Cris Ippolite explore the transformative potential of AI and Large Language Models in the FileMaker ecosystem. This Context Podcast episode offers insights into how emerging technologies might reshape application development and problem-solving strategies. Listen as these industry experts discuss AI's impact and their predictions for the future of tech innovation.

In this exploration of modern work, the author reflects on how our workspace—both physical and mental—defines our professional experience. Drawing from personal tech history and colleagues' insights, the post reveals how creating personalized, comfortable work environments is crucial for productivity and well-being in today's remote and hybrid world. From quirky desk artifacts to establishing clear boundaries, the key is crafting a space that truly works for you.

FileMaker 2024 brings groundbreaking AI capabilities that transform how developers can leverage data, including native vector embeddings and semantic search. The release introduces 26 new features in FileMaker Pro and 57 in FileMaker Server, with significant improvements in AI integration, developer workflows, and platform stability. These enhancements promise to unlock new potential for database management and AI-powered solutions.

Dive into the exciting world of generative AI and FileMaker development, where an AI assistant helps write complex scripts for the OttoFMS API. In this playful experiment, the author demonstrates how AI can generate precise, commented FileMaker scripts for tasks like deleting builds, restarting services, and potentially renaming files, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in developer workflows.

Join Todd Geist in an exciting Community Live session to explore how AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) can transform your FileMaker applications. Learn groundbreaking techniques like natural language search, PDF text extraction, and AI-powered data interactions in the upcoming FileMaker 2025 release. This free webinar offers developers a first look at powerful new capabilities that will revolutionize how you work with business data.

FileMaker 2025 represents a groundbreaking leap in database application development, introducing powerful AI integration that goes beyond surface-level improvements. With over a dozen new AI script steps and functions, developers can now implement semantic search, create chat experiences, and build intelligent agents directly within FileMaker. The release also offers a unique, privacy-focused option for running local AI models, giving businesses unprecedented control and capability in their database solutions.

Join FileMaker expert Todd Geist as he explores the groundbreaking AI features in Claris FileMaker 2025. Through recent Community Live sessions and upcoming livestreams with Richard Carlton, Geist is diving deep into how artificial intelligence is transforming database development and user experiences.

ProofChat transforms how FileMaker developers integrate AI into their apps, offering a powerful conversational interface that lets users chat directly with their data. This module connects automatically to your FileMaker schema, supports multiple AI models, and enables natural language interactions like asking questions, generating insights, and updating records. Designed to be practical and configurable, ProofChat makes advanced AI capabilities accessible right inside your FileMaker application.