- Classes Offered
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Introduction to FileMaker Pro (1 day)
Intended for FileMaker Pro users just getting started with FileMaker - The Knowledge Worker. Learn how to create and maintain a FileMaker Pro database for use in your company, school or business. This course includes a short introduction to databases in general. It covers how to create and utilize FileMaker databases to store and organize information so that it is available for efficient retrieval.PREREQUISITES: Familiarity with Windows or Mac desktop functionality; basic familiarity with spreadsheet, word processing, and page layout programs; no experience with FileMaker necessary.
TOPICS COVERED: Working with FileMaker Pro databases as a user. Learn ways to interact with FileMaker data from data entry to searches, printing and exporting, and sharing information through email and PDF creation. Understand how to create a FileMaker database and define fields. Covers all the different field types, as well as auto-entry options and validation for certain field types.
Intermediate FileMaker Professional Training Series (2 days)Intended for FileMaker Pro users and developers who want to expand their knowledge of the FileMaker Pro feature set. Learn how to plan a database, explore and create relational databases, and how to take advantage of the power of FileMaker Pro to develop more sophisticated solutions for your business. Obtain training in the use of portals and relationships allowing sharing of data across a network with mixed platforms.
PREREQUISITES: Introduction to FileMaker or equivalent experience.
TOPICS COVERED:
- Data Modeling - Learn the fundamentals of relational database design, the difference between one-to-one and one-to many relationships, how to create Entity Relationship Diagrams, and the use of portals to view related data.
- Working with Layouts - Learn how to design and manage the user interface. Understand how fields behave on layouts, and various ways to streamline what appears on your layout through tab controls, and the web viewer.
- Calculations - Learn about the types of calculations in FileMaker and the many appearances of the Specify Calculation interface.
- Scripting - Discover the power of harnessing repetitive tasks into re-usable scripts. Learn about context, how to manipulate or find data, and guide user navigation.
- Reporting - Create some basic yet powerful reports and charts for your end users.
- Security - Learn the fundamentals of securing your database by setting up user access through accounts and understanding the kinds of privileges you can control to limit changes.
Advanced FileMaker Professional Training Series (2 days)
Intended for FileMaker Pro users and developers who want to learn how to push the FileMaker Pro feature set to the limits. Students should have experience developing multi-file relational FileMaker Pro databases and writing scripts. Includes instructions to share a database on a network and configure a database as a multi-user file; create a database for the web, an overview of instant web publishing and custom web publishing using PHP; learn how to secure a database on a network; work with advanced layout tools and techniques; and create field validation to ensure accurate and complete entry.PREREQUISITES: Intermediate FileMaker or equivalent experience.
TOPICS COVERED:- Data Modeling - Understand relationship options and user complex relationships to filter views of related data.
- Working with Layouts - Learn how to display web pages inside FileMaker and access internet tools such as package tracking sites and map sites using web viewer objects. Understand how to user conditional formatting to change the appearance of objects based on certain conditions.
- Calculations - Gain experience using calculations in practical contexts, and understand how and why to use custom functions.
- Scripting - Use scripted reoutines to control window management for enhanced workflow processes. Learn how to use script variables and script results. Create looping routines to iterate through repetitive tasks using a real world reporting scenario.
- Reporting - Building upon the reporting basics from the Intermediate course, this section extends FileMaker's reporting and charting capability beyond the standard subsummary reports.
- Security - Learn how to control certain features in layouts, scripts, fields and more based on who is logged into your solution. Understand the relationship of privilege sets to accounts, manage privilege settings, and control record deletion.
- Server - Deploying your FileMaker Pro solution to many users requires an understanding of FileMaker server, which includes integrity check and regular backups.
- Connectivity - Learn how to access data from other applications with FileMaker, accessing live data from SQL solutions like MySQL, Oracle, and MS SQL, or importing this directly into FileMaker.
- Web Publishing - Understand the different web publishing options available for FileMaker Pro, create web friendly scripts and layouts for Instant Web Publishing, and use the power of the PHP Site Assistant to generate web sites using your FileMaker data.
FileMaker and PHP Web Development (2 days)
Intended for FileMaker Pro developers who want to extend their application to the web using the popular PHP server side scripting. Students should have experience developing relation FileMaker Pro databases. This course covers setting up a FileMaker Pro Server to host databases, enabling your databases for access via PHP, setting up a web server and installing PHP. The class demonstrates ways to create web pages that interact with FileMaker Pro databases, along with some basic PHP concepts.
PREREQUISITES: Intermediate and Advanced FileMaker and or equivalent experience.Includes the following topics:
- Configuring Server and Database
- Installing PHP
- Basic HTML
- Basic CSS
- Introduction to PHP (variables, conditional branching, arrays, loops, functions)
- Searching for FileMaker data via PHP
- Displaying and Editing FileMaker data via PHP
- Handling Portals and Value Lists from PHP
- Sessions and Authentication methods
- Debugging tips
Students who sign up for more than one class at once will receive a discount on the second or third class. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts. - Current Austin Schedule
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Class Dates Level Duration Time Class Fees Aug 23 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Aug 24 - 25 Intermediate FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Aug 26 - 27 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* Sep 28-29 FileMaker and PHP Web Development 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $895** Oct 18 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Oct 19 - 20 Intermediate FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Oct 21 - 22 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* Dec 13 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Dec 14 - 15 Intermediate FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Dec 16 - 17 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* *Note: Students attending the Professional Training Series classes need to purchase the FileMaker® Training Series Master the Essentials of FileMaker 11 Manual which is used for BOTH the Intermediate and Advanced classes above. This manual, written by FileMaker, Inc., is the most comprehensive training resource for FileMaker on the planet! AlaMark provides these at a cost of $99 and they can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275.
**Note: Students attending the FileMaker and PHP Web Development class need to purchase a manual. This manual, written by AlaMark Technologies, can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275 at a cost of $29.95.
- Current Houston Schedule
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Class Dates Level Duration Time Class Fees Oct 4 Introduction to FileMaker 10 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Oct 5 - 6 Intermediate to FileMaker 10 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Oct 7 - 8 Advanced FileMaker 10 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* Nov 29 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Nov 30 - Dec 1 Intermediate to FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Dec 2 - 3 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* *Note: Students attending the Professional Training Series classes need to purchase the FileMaker® Training Series Master the Essentials of FileMaker 11 Manual which is used for BOTH the Intermediate and Advanced classes above. This manual, written by FileMaker, Inc., is the most comprehensive training resource for FileMaker on the planet! AlaMark provides these at a cost of $99 and they can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275.
**Note: Students attending the FileMaker and PHP Web Development class need to purchase a manual. This manual, written by AlaMark Technologies, can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275 at a cost of $29.95.
- Current San Antonio Schedule
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Class Dates Level Duration Time Class Fees Sep 13 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Sep 14 - 15 Intermediate FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Sep 16 - 17 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* Nov 1 Introduction to FileMaker 11 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm $379 Nov 2 - 3 Intermediate FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $699* Nov 4 - 5 Advanced FileMaker 11 PTS 2 days 8:30am - 4:30pm $749* *Note: Students attending the Professional Training Series classes need to purchase the FileMaker® Training Series Master the Essentials of FileMaker 11 Manual which is used for BOTH the Intermediate and Advanced classes above. This manual, written by FileMaker, Inc., is the most comprehensive training resource for FileMaker on the planet! AlaMark provides these at a cost of $99 and they can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275.
**Note: Students attending the FileMaker and PHP Web Development class need to purchase a manual. This manual, written by AlaMark Technologies, can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275 at a cost of $29.95.
- Class Pricing
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Introduction to FileMaker Pro 11 Development
Each student will receive a FREE copy of the class manual which includes lessons and a sample file CD$379 (1 day) FileMaker 11 Professional Training Series Intermediate Level* $699* (2 days) FileMaker 11 Professional Training Series Advanced Level* $749* (2 days) *Note: Students attending the Professional Training Series classes need to purchase the FileMaker® Training Series Master the Essentials of FileMaker 10 Manual which is used for BOTH the Intermediate and Advanced classes above. This manual, written by FileMaker, Inc., is the most comprehensive training resource for FileMaker on the planet! AlaMark provides these at a cost of $99 and they can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275. Web Publishing with PHP and FileMaker Pro
Each student will receive a FREE copy of the class manual which includes lessons and a sample file CD$895* (2 days) *Note: Students attending the FileMaker and PHP Web Development class need to purchase a manual. This manual, written by AlaMark Technologies, can be ordered when you schedule your class by calling 1-866-252-6275 at a cost of $29.95. - Class Times
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All classes are scheduled from 8:30 - 4:30 each day. We pack a full day of instruction into every day’s class so our students can have ample time to ask questions and receive the proper instruction for each days lesson plan.
- Registration
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To Register, call 1-866-252-6275 or email inquiries to jsavoie@alamark.com.
- Instructors
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All training is provided by practicing consultants who are nationally recognized FileMaker experts. AlaMark has been delivering award winning, real world solutions and training customers on FileMaker based solutions for the Knowledge Worker throughout America and Canada since 1999.
- Locations
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We have three class locations for your convenience:
AlaMark Technologies
943 AT&T Center Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78219
Located inside of Alamo Iron Works facility. It's just up the street form the AT&T Center which is home of the NBA Spurs basketball facility here in San Antonio. AlaMark is about a 20 minute drive from the airport and only 7 minutes from downtown San Antonio.To register for classes call : 866-252-6275
For directions to the San Antonio location you may reach us at : 210-704-8338
or Get Google Maps driving directions from your location.
Plaza 7000, Regus
7000 North Mopac Expressway 2nd Floor
Austin, Texas 78731
Just a five minute jump from downtown Austin, the North MoPac center is surrounded by restaurants, hotels, recreational facilities, a post office, a large grocery store, CVS pharmacy, Blockbuster, a movie theatre, a medical center and several banks.To register for classes call : 866-252-6275
For directions to the Austin location you may reach us at : 512-514-6000
or Get Google Maps driving directions from your location.Woodway Center, Regus HQ
4801 Woodway Drive Suite 300 East
Houston, Texas 77056
Woodway Center is centrally located near the Galleria in the Uptown District of Houston, just outside the city's I-610 inner beltway. The center is behind the upscale retail shops of Uptown Plaza and numerous world-renown restaurants including McCormick and Schmidt, Maggiano's, and Otto's BBQ- where George Bush Senior is known to frequent.
To register for classes call : 866-252-6275
For directions to the Houston location you may reach us at : 713-964-2600
or Get Google Maps driving directions from your location. - Facilities
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A fully supplied break room is provided for snacks, refreshments and meals including microwaves, refrigerator in all locations. Ample parking is available in our own parking facility free of charge at all three of our class locations.
- Hotels
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There are a number of hotel options surrounding our three class locations in San Antonio, Austin and Houston.
AlaMark has a special corporate business rate with Drury Inn in San Antonio & Houston and would like to pass the savings on to our students. Just contact the Drury Inn for reservations at:
Drury Inn
4900 Crestwind Drvie
San Antonio, TX 78239
PH: 210-657-1107
http://www.druryhotels.com/properties/sanantonionortheastdis.cfmDrury Inn
1615 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77027
PH: 713-963-0700
http://www.druryhotels.com/properties/houstongalleria.cfm - On-Site Training and Consulting Available
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AlaMark can provide on-site customer training at your location as well as custom application coding for FileMaker based solutions. For more information call Jim Savoie at 210-704-8393.
- FileMaker Training FAQ's
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How do I know which class to take?
If you look through the class descriptions and still don’t feel sure about which class to take please e-mail us at jsavoie@alamark.com or call our Toll Free Number at 1-866-252-6275 and we will be glad to determine the best class for your skills and needs.
We currently have a FileMaker database we are developing. Can I bring this to the class and have my instructor look it over?
We do encourage you to bring your FileMaker applications to class as many times there is time for a developer to review your application while you are in class or your instructor may find time toward the end of the training day depending class schedule and time.What are AlaMark’s payment options?
To reserve a seat in any class, AlaMark requires full payment in advance via credit card or check, or an approved Purchase Order if your organization is an educational or governmental institution.
If payment or an approved purchase order is not received within 8 business days of the beginning date of your class, your registration may be cancelled.
Can I reschedule a class or get a refund if I see I cannot attend a class?
You may reschedule to another class if you request a transfer within 10 business days or more of the beginning date of your class.
Refunds, if you cancel a class, are based on the notification date as per below:• Cancellation is made more than 10 business days before the beginning date of your class, 0% charges will apply & a full refund or transfer to another class will be provided.
• Cancellation is made 6 – 10 business days before the beginning date of your class, 50% of charges will apply.
• Cancellation is made 5 or less business days before the beginning date of your class, 100% of charges will apply.
AlaMark does reserve the right to change the date of a class if circumstances dictate this. Your class schedule is tentative until 6 business days before the beginning date of your class. We recommend you make travel arrangements that are refundable.
AlaMark is not responsible for any expense or travel if a class is rescheduled or cancelled.
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FileMaker Pro 11 Training Classes — FileMaker Training Series AlaMark is a FileMaker Authorized Trainer (one of only 14) offering the FileMaker Training Series created by FileMaker, Inc. to Knowledge Workers from businesses, schools, & universities. Classroom training is offered at AlaMark Technologies in San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, TX. What is the FileMaker Training Series?The FileMaker Training Series is the official training curriculum from FileMaker, Inc. It offers a series of 12 training modules that cover a comprehensive set of topics designed to help you master the essentials of FileMaker solution development. This new series incorporates the many new features of the FileMaker 11 product line throughout the modules. This course will allow you to:
You should consider taking this course if you are:
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FileMaker says:As a FileMaker Authorized Trainer, AlaMark Technologies has undergone training directly from FileMaker, Inc. to deliver the FileMaker Professional Training Series programs and has extensive knowledge of FileMaker best practices and solutions. The courses are highly customized to accelerate learning and increase individual productivity. FileMaker recognizes and recommends AlaMark Technologies as a qualified trainer. Register now! Call 1-866-252-6275 or email inquiries to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . AlaMark also offers customized, client-site training at your facility to meet your specific training needs. Call us at 1-866-252-6275 if you have special requests. AlaMark now has branches in San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, Texas. Each branch has full time Certified FileMaker Trainers & Developers available for on-site training classes and development work. Call 1-866-252-6275 for details. AlaMark has provided professional FileMaker training & development services to hundreds of students and developers from organizations such as:
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