FileMaker Pro Certification

This area lists any/all applicable FileMaker development certification(s). Certification is officially sanctioned by FileMaker Inc and all developers who qualify have completed and passed the official exam for the specified version of FileMaker Pro. Certification covers competency in the areas of general development as well as server-based aptitude..

  - FileMaker Certified Developer
  - FileMaker Certified Developer
  - FileMaker Certified Developer
  - FileMaker Certified Developer

FileMaker Trainer

This company offers a wide range of services to help people expand their FileMaker knowledge. While some companies offer training through formalized class or seminar formats, other companies focus more on individual needs through remote and on-site instruction. Where “FileMaker Training Series” is checked, these trainers have successfully completed course requirements authored by FileMaker Inc. and teach seminars geared specifically toward persons obtaining certification.

FileMaker Specialty

A list of specialties, or areas of discipline within the FileMaker development arena

 Buttons Custom Functions ESS Export Data Excel Migration Import Data Layout Design Quickbooks Integration Report Creation Scripting

Concentrations

This section includes a list of core competencies (as it relates to FileMaker development) where the company has a proven level of experience or offers it as a trademark skill.

 Audit Logging Needs Determination Needs Analysis Security Data Modeling Server

Database/Languages

This section illustrates the computer languages used to make queries into databases and information systems. When checked, the company has working knowledge and/or advance aptitude in that particular language.

 FileMaker Excel ODBC

Remote Control/Access Support

This company can offer support from remote locations using the following technology.

 Apple Remote Desktop Microsoft Remote Desktop Timbuktu

Web Technology

The following list includes all technologies especially suited for web development -- building, creating and implementing web sites as well as sites with a Db backend.

 PHP FX.PHP FileMaker PHP API Custom Web (CWP) Instant Web (IWP) javascript css xml html email smtp pop imap iPhone Lasso CDML

Web Hosting

This company offers web hosting. See below for the available options.

Platform

A platform describes the type of hardware architecture or software framework (including application frameworks), that allows software to run. Typical platforms include a computer's architecture, operating system, programming languages and related runtime libraries or graphical user interface.

 Unix Mac Windows iPhone

Professional Accreditation & Affiliation

The following includes professional agencies, organizations and/or groups where the company is an active member.

 FMPug Network FileMaker Business Alliance (FBA)

Clearances

A security clearance is a status granted to individuals allowing access to classified information. The term "security clearance" is also sometimes used in private organizations that have a formal process to vet employees for access to sensitive information. Anyone with access to classified data requires a clearance at or higher than the level the data is classified at. For this reason security clearances are required for a wide range of jobs, from senior management to contractors and sub-contractors.

Location Preference

This section illustrates the company’s preferences as it relates project location and travel requirements. Certain companies prefer to omit long distance travel, while others are willing to commute daily and spend their time directly on-site.

Language Support

 English

Bio for Bob Shockey

Bob has lived in Southern California for over 25 years. He graduated from Otis Art Institute in 1986, and worked in the publishing and visual effects fields for the next 15 years, where he learned many useful design and technical skills. He started writing FileMaker� databases in 1991. Bob quickly fell in love with the power and elegance of FileMaker database programming, and used his development skills to increasingly greater effect over the years. In 1999, Bob started Shockey Solutions (later renamed to The Alchemy Group) to give his passion full attention, and he has never looked back.Bob Shockey has spoken many times before FMDiSC on a wide range of topics, including customer support, interface design, and scheduling in FileMaker; he currently serves as a member of the FMDiSC Advisory Board. He has also written for FileMaker Advisor Magazine, and was awarded the top prize in FileMaker Inc.'s 2004 DevCon Solution Contest. He is a FileMaker 7, 8 and 9 Certified Developer. Bob is married and has a beautiful daughter named Ashling, who has him wrapped around her little finger. He is an avid medieval history buff and practices several martial arts.

Bio for Deborah Norton

Deborah discovered FileMaker in 2001 while searching for software to utilize in her work as a project coordinator. In no time at all, she began creating database solutions to meet numerous needs within her company. In 2004 she became a full time FileMaker developer, creating solutions for a wide range of business models. Deborah's love of database design stems from a combination of her creative spirit and logical mind. She began working for The Alchemy Group in the summer of 2006. Deborah has two beautiful children and resides in Fullerton. She also has a passion for music, playing mandolin, guitar and singing in two local bands.