Chapter 3. Defining and Working with Fields and Tables
In this chapter
FileMaker Extra: Indexing in FileMaker
Working Under the Hood
Fields and tables are the heart of any database. By storing information in properly categorized fields within well-organized tables, 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. We’ll also discuss naming conventions for fields and tables—techniques ...
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