Chapter 3. Defining and Working with Fields
In this chapter
Working Under the Hood
Fields are the heart of any database. By storing information in properly categorized fields, you impart both function and meaning to what would otherwise be an incomprehensible pile of raw data.
We’ll spend much of this chapter describing what kinds of fields exist in FileMaker Pro, how they store information, and how to ensure proper data integrity in your database solutions.
If you’re new to development in FileMaker Pro, this chapter is a good place to start. No doubt some of the topics we cover will lack a ...
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