Working in his dream field A project manager of a web team focused on client success, Robert Ramsdale joined Direct Impact Solutions at the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, in March 2020, following the company’s acquisition of CoreSolutions Software, his previous employer. Growing up in Dorchester, Ontario, Robert knew early on that he wanted …
The need for shared information has grown rapidly without in-person meetings with coworkers and clients. Integrating Claris FileMaker with your business applications optimizes data transfer.
Many organizations use applications that perform critical day-to-day operations, but are suboptimal in terms of accessibility and speed of execution, or run on an outdated platform. Fortunately, there are several ways to modernize legacy applications with the use of various framework and technologies, such as Laravel or OutSystems. Table of Contents What is a legacy …
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Alan Bruce has been working in application development since 1999. Over the years, he’s had a front-row seat to the evolution of various technologies—and especially to the rise of the Internet. But one thing about his work has remained constant: he still enjoys finding just the right solution for a client. A team player, even …
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What is a web application? The difference between a website and a web application isn’t actually that obvious. That’s because an application is no longer limited to what can be accessed through an icon on your smartphone. Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: they’re all apps on your phone, but they’re also accessible through a web browser, on …
The success of an application development project will often hinge on choosing the right app developer. Since the field of app development includes a wide range of specialties, and each developer has a unique set of experiences and skills, finding the right person for the job can be difficult and time-consuming. This article will show …
When asked to describe what a technical lead does, François Dubé, who’s held the position for over three years, answers with a smile: “You do a lot of things!” It’s a great role for this curious guy who’s always up for learning more about FileMaker and everything computer-related. After graduating as an engineer in automated …
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With the highly anticipated release of FileMaker 19.5, we at Direct Impact were eager to experience the new features included with this update. In addition to nearly 400 bug fixes throughout the ecosystem, this release brings some exciting new elements and improvements. Whether you are a FileMaker developer or a FileMaker consultant, here are the …
Checkbox sets have been a staple in Claris FileMaker development for decades. They are simple to use, easy to implement, and help ensure data integrity. However, from the standpoint of a user, they can be clunky and prone to incorrect selections, especially in large lists. Checkbox sets have been a key element in the development …
James Hea, Customer Success and Project Manager at our Toronto office, has been instrumental to Direct Impact Solutions’ push into English Canada and the United States. He’ll be taking his well-deserved retirement in August—our first retiree!—as he steps down from the position he’s held since 2016. We want to take this opportunity to introduce you …
