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FileMaker Pro AI Introduction
Build AI-driven FileMaker solutions. Learn prompt design, workflow automation and intelligent data handling in this 2-day course.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Introduction level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
No public dates scheduled.
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Who this course is for
This course is for FileMaker developers with intermediate-level experience who want to integrate AI capabilities into their solutions, including prompt design, workflow automation and intelligent data handling using natural-language queries and external AI models.
Prerequisites
You should be comfortable with FileMaker development fundamentals including script writing and working with variables, or have attended our FileMaker Pro Introduction course.
What you'll learn
Understanding the principles of integrating AI features into FileMaker Pro, enabling smarter data analysis and automation.
How LLMs can help you build FileMaker Find Requests at lightning speed from free-form, English-based search requests.
How to interrogate and summarise PDF documents in seconds using the power of AI.
How to simulate a chat interface using LLM technology directly within FileMaker Pro.
How to perform semantic search within your own data using vector embeddings.
How to build and harness SQL queries in multiple and flexible ways using simple search terms.
Exploring practical applications for automating repetitive tasks, empowering you to prioritise valuable strategic work.
How to apply new AI techniques in real client scenarios, helping you achieve higher professional standards in your role.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
The Possibilities Offered By Using AI in FileMaker
- Simulating an AI Query and Return chatbot in the style of ChatGPT, Claude etc
- Perform Find By Natural Language using AI
- Perform Semantic Search using AI
- Perform SQL Queries using AI
Getting Started
- What is an LLM?
- Providers and models supported in FileMaker
- Setting up your development environment
- AI models supported
- Setting up a free account with Cohere
- Configuring the AI account connection
Using Generate Response From Model
- The Generate Response From Model script step
- Defining the Prompt and the Response
- Understanding Temperature
- Asking a question and returning a reponse
Using AI to Analyse FileMaker Data
- Performing AI analysis of internally stored data eg. summarising PDFs
- Using the GetTextFromPDF() function
- Combining the prompt with the PDF
- Working with the Markdown included in the response
Interrogating your own data using Instructions
- Enabling your team to perform FileMaker searches using free-form text
- Gathering data, finding records and looping through to build your summarised raw data
- Using the Instructions option to build the equivalent of a System prompt
- Using free-form search terms to find matching records
Simulating an AI chat interface
- Saving context using messages
- Saving message history
- Controlling memory using the Count option
- Noting the memory history is stored as a JSON array
- Likely use cases for memory-enhanced messaging
Using Perform Find by Natural Language
- The options within the script step 'Perform Find by Natural Language'
- Understanding how it works - sending Schema not actual data to the AI
- Found Set vs. 'Found Set by JSON' vs. 'Find Request as JSON'
- Inspecting the Find Requests generated
- Making requests more intelligent using AI reasoning
- Enhancing requests using Parameters and a Prompt template
- Generating the search results as JSON rather than a found set
- Generating just the Find Requests as JSON rather than performing the search , Layouts, Query, Sort order
Understanding the options within 'Perform SQL Query by Natural Language'
- Using Query
- Using Query for data only
- Using Get SQL
- Using Get First SQL
- Using Get DDL
Perform SQL Query by Natural Language
- Choosing tables: From List, By Name or By DDL
- How it works , prompt sent to AI along with DDL, SQL query returned, Data collected then processed by AI then returned
- Further options with JSON
- Using 'Query for data only'
- Using 'Get SQL' to returns only the SQL needed to retrieve the response
- Using 'Get First SQL'
Using DDL in Perform SQL Query by Natural Language
- What is Data Definition Language?
- Understanding DDL in FileMaker , using the GetTableDDL() function to reveal tables, fields and values entered in Comments
- Using DDL in Perform SQL Query by Natural Language
- Using the [LLM] tag
Perform Semantic Search using AI
- Traditional FileMaker Find mode vs. Semantic Search
- How AI Semantic Search works in FileMaker
- Using vector embeddings to allocate numerical values to words, phrases and images
- Understanding the use of Cosine similarity to define similar, not similar and opposite meanings
- Turning text into vector embeddings
- Using tokens and embeddings
- The trade-off between performance and efficiency
- The principle of using Cosine similarity to measure the angle between two vectors
The Practical Process of Semantic Search
- Performing semantic finds
- Adjusting Cosine similarity
- Advanced semantic find features
- Performing hybrid searches
- Monitoring the process
- Working with token counts
- AI call logging
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this FileMaker Pro AI course suitable for me?
This course is designed for FileMaker developers who have been using FileMaker Pro for around 2 years or more. 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 AI course?
Our FileMaker Pro AI course is extremely interactive. You will be using FileMaker Pro throughout the day, understanding the benefits of applying LLM technology to FileMaker. You'll work through our AI chat, search and SQL query examples under the guidance of our trainer, who will be inviting questions and supporting you through each step.
How many people are likely to be in the class when I attend the FileMaker Pro AI course?
For private classes in FileMaker Pro AI, 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.
Should I attend the FileMaker Pro AI 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.
What support is available after I attend the FileMaker Pro AI course?
We offer ongoing support to our FileMaker Pro AI 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.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my FileMaker Pro AI Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our FileMaker Pro AI Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Reviews
Gorgeous premises and lovely, knowledgeable team. I really enjoyed my course (Adobe Firefly) - the tutor was friendly and professional and happy to answer any questions and tailor the course (I was the only student so had my own private session). The class room and the whole building is really well done, modern, clean and professional space that reflects the overall approach. They have fast and modern machines available to use or you can use your own devices. Highly recommended.
Quadrotech — June 2026
Fantastic and super valuable training! Fantastic and super valuable training! Tony shaped the training fully to our needs, adapted, accelerated and deep diving when needed. I learned so much these past days with tangible examples Tony provided.
Adobe — June 2026
The trainer, Lee, was excellent. He rattled through the key elements of Premiere Pro while keeping the course interactive and engaging. The small sessions made it easy to get 1:1 support or clarifications. The pleasant and well equipped office is well situated in Kensal Rise, so easy to find and get to. I learnt a alot - and now feel up to date with latest Premiere Pro options and AI integrations.
UNICEF — June 2026
Hi Brook, Sorry for the delay - I was on AL yesterday! The training was great, thank you. Tony was very thorough with everything and I definitely left with some new knowledge and skills. I'll leave a review later today. Thanks for sending the materials across. Have a lovely rest of your day!
Live Union — June 2026
I wish all training courses were run this well!
RPS Design — June 2026
The Design and Development areas of Clarks shoes has been using Transmedia as a training partner for eight years now, mainly in the 'creative' Adobe applications - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Premiere. In that time we have built an excellent working relationship with the management and admin teams and several of their core trainers. This has had a major influence in raising the skill levels and quality of our artwork across our design teams- recently extending across the Atlantic, delivering training to our US based designers. Staying with Transmedia has given us continuity and enabled the trainers to really come to understand what Clarks require and thus able to deliver real value for money. The staff are always friendly and a pleasure to deal with - whilst being efficient and professional throughout. Nothing is ever too much trouble. I really can't recommend Transmedia highly enough.
Clarks International — June 2026
The course was excellent - exactly to my company's needs. All questions were answered and concepts explained very clearly.
Hannah Griffiths — June 2026
First class - The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions.
MOD — June 2026
The course itself was really informative and trainer was excellent. Poor communication and organisation between transmedia and QA meant my course was cancelled twice. I hope you improve this relationship. To be honest I would prefer to book direct through you next time, avoiding QA.
Deborah M — June 2026
The session on the 25th was brilliant, thank you. The SE's found it very useful and loved Tony's tips and tricks to help us update our prototypes quickly.
Salesforce — May 2026
I thought the course and the location were perfect
MOD — May 2026
Wonderful trainer Lisa - fun, friendly, informative and comprehensive course! Thank you very much indeed.
Structural Soils Ltd — May 2026
I have taken part in several Transmedia courses and will likely take part in a few more. From start booking to training Transmedia are brilliant to work with. Happy to answer all questions ahead of booking to help make sure you're on the right course (thank you Jo). The training itself is very thorough and the instructor, (Lee in my case) was happy to stop and go through any parts that were a struggle during the course.
Reach plc — May 2026
Very much appreciated and enjoyed the introductory course. It was very in-depth and Tony did a fantastic job of covering each individual section of Figma in great detail; no stone was left unturned. Tony is clearly passionate about what he does, which made the course that much more enjoyable and valuable. Looking forward to the advanced course next month - eager to continue learning more from him.
Wren Kitchens — May 2026
Very thorough course and enthusiastic trainer who was very helpful and responsive to individual needs.
NVIDIA — May 2026
I really enjoyed my course. Tony is a really good trainer and tailored the day according to my level and needs.
Delegate — May 2026
Great tutor well worth the money will definitely keeping in contact and very recommended
Workplace Options — May 2026
The trainer's knowledge was very strong and he was able to answer all my questions. Admin staff were very friendly and helpful.
VCCP — May 2026
Great course! Instructor went at a good pace and broke down complex functions into simple steps.
Adam W — May 2026
Very helpful, informative training. Relaxed atmosphere and felt very comfortable asking questions.
The White Company — May 2026
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