Testseek.com have collected 16 expert reviews of the FileMaker Pro 9.0 and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for FileMaker Pro 9.0.
January 2008
(84%)
16 Reviews
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Abstract: For the most advanced users, FileMaker Pro 9 has features such as Script Grouping that make it easier to organize scripts. New features such as character auto-resize and enhanced tab control make it easier design better layouts. Whether youre an ...
Abstract: FileMaker Pro 9 and FileMaker Pro 9 Advanced are excellent database programs. Both programs handle large volumes of data, and offer nearly everything you need to manage your data. While the real watershed in FileMakers evolution from a non-relational,...
Abstract: With 9’s Quick Start Screen, you can start a new database, open the user guide, open an existing database or go to the FileMaker Knowledgebase. That makes getting started easier. But does that make database development easy? Easier, yes. Eas...
Abstract: Upgrades of software that have been around for a while provide a unique set of confusing issues for reviewers because a great program with varying levels of "new features" is still a great program even if some of the new features are of limited value...
SQL front end. Simplified scripting. Conditional formatting. Enhanced PDF handling. Universal binary.
Stale design tools. No way to group or manage layouts. SQL drivers must be purchased separately.
We found FileMaker 9 to be the most compelling update in years. The new features are thoughtful additions and well executed. The ability to interact with SQL data sources is unprecedented. Best of all, the file format hasn’t changed since version 7...
Provides live access to powerful SQL data sources without programming; conditional formatting; convenient Append-to-PDF and other enhancements over previous versions; server is easier to install and administer; server provides better support for Web pu...
Some minor bugs persist from previous version.
For new buyers, FileMaker Pro 9 is the most attractive version of the product ever. But, should current users upgrade? For most, the answer is yes. If you are still using FileMaker 6 (or 7 or 8 or 8.5) and you tend just to tinker around—somethin...
Browse and edit live SQL data, Send Link, conditional formatting
More expensive than Alpha Five
FileMakers ease of use, rich template library, instant Web publishing, and designer-quality layout tools make it our choice for typical home and small-business users. ...
Abstract: FileMaker’s upgrade to version 9 brings new features and capabilities across the whole range from FileMaker Pro to FileMaker Server Advanced, making this what the company describes as its “most dramatic new offering in years”.One o...
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Published: 2008-01-28, Author: William , review by: pcworld.co.nz
Abstract: The latest update to the FileMaker family of products offers some big improvements. The major beneficiaries can be divided into three groups: serious FileMaker developers; database and network administrators; and managers who are worried about tying diffe...
Abstract: While Microsoft would like us to believe that our software options, with regards to Office type products, revolve around Microsoft or Microsoft, there are other options available. For a number of years now my loyalty with regards to a database product...
