FileMaker Pro
FileMaker Pro API Integration
Connect FileMaker databases to REST APIs and web services. Build automated workflows between FileMaker and external platforms.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
All levels
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Thu 12 – Fri 13 November 2026
Classroom
£585
Mon 16 – Tue 17 November 2026
Live Online
£585
Mon 14 – Tue 15 December 2026
Classroom
£585
Tue 15 – Wed 16 December 2026
Live Online
£585
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Who this course is for
This course is for intermediate FileMaker Pro developers who want to extend their database capabilities by integrating with external web services and APIs to automate data exchange and build more powerful, connected solutions.
Prerequisites
You should be comfortable with FileMaker Pro fundamentals, including database creation, field types, layouts, and basic scripting, or have attended our FileMaker Pro Introduction course.
What you'll learn
Exploring the power of APIs in FileMaker Pro, enabling you to connect your database solutions with other applications and services.
How to use InsertFromURL, cURL options and JSON to exchange data with web services, empowering you to integrate FileMaker Pro with external systems.
Understanding authentication, authorisation and security protocols, helping you protect sensitive data and ensure secure communication.
How to automate tasks and workflows using APIs, enabling you to streamline processes and enhance the functionality of your solutions.
Exploring common integration scenarios, such as CRM, currency exchange rates and MailChimp, helping you use APIs to extend the capabilities of your FileMaker Pro applications.
How to troubleshoot and debug API integrations, empowering you to resolve issues and ensure seamless connectivity.
Understanding best practices for API design, documentation and maintenance, helping you build reliable and scalable integrations that meet business needs effectively.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Getting started
- Introduction to web services
- The Insert From URL FileMaker script step
- File protocols supported by Insert From URL
- Methods supported: GET (to retrieve data from a specified resource) and POST (to submit data to be processed to a specified resource)
- Parameters explained: Target, Specify URL, Verify SSL Certificates, Specify cURL options
- Testing Insert From URL with a simple example
- Further examples
Enhancing Insert From URL with cURL options
- What is cURL?
- Some common cURL options
- The cURL options supported in FileMaker
- File protocols supported by Insert From URL
Components of an API Call
- The URL
- The endpoint
- The header
- The body
API Security Methods
- Open API
- HTTP basic
- API Keys
- OAuth
Understanding JSON
- Overview of the JSON data types
- JSON Strings
- JSON Numbers
- JSON Objects
- JSON Arrays
- JSON Booleans
Using the FileMaker JSON functions
- Using JSONFormatElements to create a JSON Object from FileMaker field values
- Using JSONListKeys to identify the equivalent of field names in a JSON Array
- Using JSONGetElement to identify the equivalent of a field value in a specific member of an Array (record equivalent)
- Using JSONListValues to identify all the field values in an arrange (record set equivalent)
- Using JSONSetElement to add a key/value pair to a JSON object
- Using JSONDeleteElement to remove a key/value pair from a JSON object
- Combining functions as needed to send data to an API or to create records in a FileMaker table from data retrieved from an API
Worked example of connecting to a fully-functioned API (MailChimp)
- Reviewing the MailChimp API documentation
- Identifying the MailChimp settings needed to make a successful call to the API
- Formatting the JSON data to send
- Interpreting the JSON data returned
- Understanding the syntax of the procedure
- Adding a contact as subscriber to a MailChimp audienc
- Removing a contact as subscriber from a MailChimp audience
- Unsubscribing an existing subscriber
- Re-subscribing an existing contact
- Retrieving a list of all current subscribers
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Meet your trainer
Taught by working industry experts
Nick S.
Course Trainer
Industry expert delivering this course.
Frequently asked questions
Is this FileMaker Pro API Integration course suitable for me?
This course is designed for developers with strong existing skills in FileMaker Pro who would like to learn how to retrieve data from websites and bring it into FileMaker Pro using APIs and the REST protocol. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the FileMaker Pro API Integration course?
Our FileMaker Pro API Integration course is extremely interactive. You will be using FileMaker Pro throughout the day, working through API examples under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
Should I attend the FileMaker Pro API Integration course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my FileMaker Pro API Integration course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our FileMaker Pro API Integration course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the FileMaker Pro API Integration course?
For private classes in FileMaker Pro API Integration , we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
What support is available after I attend the FileMaker Pro API Integration course?
We offer ongoing support to our FileMaker Pro API Integration course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
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