Chino Hills, Calif., October 24th, 2008 -- Well known FileMaker authors John Mark Osborne and Steven Blackwell are teaching the new FileMaker Training Series and the Philosophy of Scripting for FileMaker Pro 9 in the following locations during 2009:

- San Jose, California (January)
- London, England (February)
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida (March)
- Washington DC (April)

FileMaker Training Series:

The FileMaker Training Series is the official training curriculum from FileMaker, Inc. It offers a series of 12 training modules that cover a comprehensive set of topics designed to help you master the essentials of FileMaker solution development. This new series incorporates the many new features of the FileMaker 9 product line throughout the modules but stresses good programming skills for FileMaker 7, 8, 8.5 and 9.

- Planning a FileMaker 9 Solution
- Developer Skills
- Advanced Developer Skills
- FileMaker Server
- Security

"We have expanded upon the curriculum to include additional examples, points and concepts from our own experiences as trainers and developers", says John Mark Osborne. "We feel the additional material will assist students in grasping the material. In addition, Steven Blackwell will focus on FileMaker Server and Security like never before".

Philosophy of Scripting:

The Philosophy of Scripting covers intermediate and advanced scripting and calculations over a five day period. Developed from the wildly popular Scriptology book and CD ROM, these courses are aimed at in-house and commercial developers who want to develop professional solutions as well as pass the certification examination.

"These classes take advantage of the Philosophy of FileMaker design approach", says John Mark Osborne. "The Philosophy of FileMaker teaches you how to think in FileMaker Pro rather than regurgitate techniques. This enables each developer to solve his own unique problems".

Here is what a few students have to say about the Philosophy of Scripting hands-on training courses:

"I'm sure you've heard it MANY times before but... an outstanding course. Your humor and wit are only matched by your knowledge." - Steve Monroe

"I don't recall a single question that could not be answered by one of you off the top of your head. I would highly recommend any class you offered." - Bruce Littrell

To find out more information or register for a class, visit the Database Pros web site:

http://www.databasepros.com/training.html

These courses are also offered privately. Just contact the phone number below for more information.

John Mark Osborne has been working with FileMaker Pro for the last 18 years and has become one of the leading industry experts. John Mark is co-author of the wildly popular Scriptology book and CD ROM which has become the standard for FileMaker Pro developers. Recently, he received a prestigious award from FileMaker, Inc. for developing outstanding technical resources for his popular FileMaker Pro web site, Database Pros www.databasepros.com. John Mark is also a regular speaker and trainer at MacWorld Expos and the FileMaker Developer Conference. Database Pros works closely with FileMaker, Inc. as one of 25 Platinum level FBA (FileMaker Business Alliance) members and 1 of 12 trainers authorized to teach the Professional Training Series from FileMaker, Inc. John Mark is a certified FileMaker 7, 8 and 9 developer having passed both certification exams.

Steven Blackwell is president and founder of Management Counseling Services. Steven has written a multitude of articles for FileMaker Advisor Magazine, white papers for FileMaker, Inc., a video on FileMaker security and the only book on FileMaker security ever written. Steven is a FileMaker 7, 8 and 9 certified developer and one of 25 platinum level FBA (FileMaker Business Alliance) members. With 20 years experience in the FileMaker market, he is a legendary developer known by all.

To find out more information or register for a class, visit the Database Pros web site:

http://www.databasepros.com/training.html

or, call:

909-393-4664

or, email:

jmo@filemakerpros.com

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For more information on FileMaker Pro 9, available through computer resellers, visit www.filemaker.com.