How a Tiny Button Saved My Sanity: Clearing FileMaker Pro Cache to Fix Connection Issues

If you’ve ever been caught in a whirlwind of frustration while troubleshooting FileMaker Pro connectivity issues, you’re not alone. Recently, I found myself on the verge of madness (let’s call it “CraZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzY”) while trying to resolve a mysterious problem where FileMaker Pro 20 and 21 clients could no longer connect to a FileMaker Server on port 5003. Meanwhile, FileMaker Pro 19 connected flawlessly. The culprit? Cached settings. The hero? A single Delete Cached Temp Files button.

Here’s the full story, along with step-by-step instructions to help you avoid the rabbit hole I fell into.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Implementing AI-Powered Semantic Search in FileMaker 2024

Community Live 13: Jumpstart AI in Claris FileMaker – A step by step workshop Overview of FileMaker’s New AI Features FileMaker 2024 introduces a variety of AI tools, specifically for semantic search, which organizes and retrieves data based on contextual meaning. Here are the key tools: These features lay the groundwork for integrating sophisticated search

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Mastering Oracle: How to Triumph Over Connection Challenges with SQL Developer and Navicat on Windows

Dive deep into the world of Oracle database connections on Windows as we unravel the complexities of using SQL Developer and Navicat. This comprehensive guide offers detailed, step-by-step troubleshooting techniques to help you swiftly overcome common connection hurdles. Whether you’re a seasoned DBA or a developer eager to streamline your workflow, this blog equips you with the essential skills to ensure stable, efficient database interactions.

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Effortless Java: Ensuring Your JAR Files Spring to Life with a Double-Click in Windows

Are you struggling to get Java JAR files to open by just double-clicking them in Windows? This post provides a step-by-step guide to seamlessly associate JAR files with Java on your system, ensuring they open effortlessly with a mere double-click. Whether you’re a developer or a casual user, these troubleshooting steps will help you configure your Windows environment to work harmoniously with Java applications.

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We Did It to Ourselves: Unraveling the Decline of Network Engineering

Explore the subtle yet profound decline of network engineering, eloquently encapsulated in Dakota’s observation, “We did it to ourselves.” This blog delves into how technological advancements and automation have led to the overshadowing of fundamental network skills, examining the reasons behind the diminishing appeal of network engineering as a career path and what might be done to revive its vital role in the IT industry.

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