FMTraining.TV
Welcome to FM Training TV
FMTraining.tv is the training branch of RCC. We are one of the core Claris FileMaker training leaders in the community.
We offer a variety of training options that will allow you to pick a combination that best fits your needs.
- Get our FileMaker Manual for Novices available in print or on Kindle
- Watch over 100 hours of video training through our web based Subscriber Access (SA)
- Join us for our free daily livestream broadcasts
- Explore our one-on-one coaching program
Tue - 4/14
Beyond Pretty Layouts: Real UI/UX Thinking in FileMaker
Good design is not decoration. True UI/UX is about reducing friction, guiding users naturally, and helping them complete tasks with confidence. In this webinar, we will go beyond colors and buttons to talk about real interface thinking in FileMaker: navigation, information flow, clarity, feedback, user trust, and smarter screen design. Discover how strong UI/UX decisions can dramatically improve the quality of your custom apps. Demonstrate workflow friction in a poorly planned layout (example: user must jump through 4 tabs to complete one action) Show how navigation redesign reduces clicks (example: replacing deep tab navigation with a simple action bar) Compare confusing button placement vs logical actions (example: Delete next to Save vs Delete moved into a safe menu) Show better use of feedback after user actions (example: clear confirmation after creating a record)
Wed - 4/15
Designing for Humans: UI/UX Principles Every FileMaker Developer Should Know
FileMaker gives us enormous freedom, but with that freedom comes responsibility. A poorly designed interface can make even the best system feel confusing and heavy. In this webinar, we will cover essential UI/UX principles that help developers create solutions that feel intuitive, organized, and professional. From reducing clutter to improving data entry flow, this session will show how to design for real humans, not just for technical completion. Demo a data entry screen with too many fields, then simplify it (example: contact form with 40 fields reduced to essentials) Show grouping related information (example: phone, email, and address placed in one contact section) Demonstrate use of clear labels and better field arrangement (example: “Mobile Phone” instead of vague field names) Show how reducing cognitive load improves usability (example: one clean screen instead of several competing zones)
Thu - 4/16
FileMaker Tips, Tricks & Hacks of the Month with Kevin Frank
Kevin Frank has hosted a website that educates the greater FileMaker developer community on a wide variety of skills and tricks to improve their databases and development lives. He’s here with us today to show the best of them off!
Fri - 4/17
FileMaker MBS Plug-in Q&A
7000+ Functions means 7000 potential ways to enhance your FileMaker Database for your customers. Christian Schmitz is here to answer your questions!
Mon - 4/20
Clean, Smart, and Intuitive: Better UI/UX in FileMaker
Why do some FileMaker layouts feel effortless while others feel exhausting? The answer often lies in UI/UX. In this webinar, we will break down what makes an interface feel clean, smart, and intuitive. We will discuss practical design choices that improve readability, reduce mistakes, and create a smoother user experience. Perfect for developers who want their solutions to look modern and work beautifully. Show a layout with visual noise, then clean it up live (example: removing extra borders, colors, and random text sizes) Demonstrate consistent styling (example: same button shape and color used everywhere) Show how to guide the eye with titles, sections, contrast (example: bold section headers and soft background blocks) Compare confusing icons/buttons vs obvious actions (example: unknown icon replaced by “Create Invoice” button)
Tue - 4/21
The Power of UI/UX in FileMaker Custom Apps
A powerful custom app is not only measured by what it can do, but by how easily people can use it. This webinar will focus on the role of UI/UX in creating FileMaker apps that are efficient, attractive, and user-friendly. We will examine common design mistakes, better layout strategies, and ways to make users feel comfortable and in control. A must-see session for anyone who wants to raise the standard of their FileMaker work. Demonstrate how poor UX creates user hesitation and mistakes (example: user clicks the wrong button because actions look identical) Show improved portal design (example: cleaner row spacing and better column labels in a portal) Show clearer record detail screens (example: customer detail screen with strong section separation) Demo how better UI increases perceived value of the solution (example: old layout feels homemade, new one feels commercial-grade)
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You also receive access to all our free demo files, as they are posted.
This training series is FREE and held during our 1pm Livestream time Monday - Friday.