FM Server Manager

Productive Computing, Inc.

Manage FileMaker Server using the Admin API.

Learn to manage FileMaker Server using the Admin API.

FM Server Manager from Productive Computing University introduces a free course and tool that demonstrates how to interact with the FileMaker Server Admin API using a FileMaker solution. The Admin API allows developers and administrators to monitor and manage server environments programmatically, opening the door to new automation and administration possibilities.

In this course, you will learn how the FM Server Manager tool communicates with FileMaker Server and exposes important server information through a familiar FileMaker interface. Instead of relying solely on the traditional Admin Console, you can explore how the Admin API allows you to retrieve server data, automate tasks, and build your own server management utilities.

The FM Server Manager file is fully unlocked, allowing you to review the scripts and structure behind the solution. This makes it an excellent learning resource for developers who want to understand how API integrations can be used to interact with FileMaker Server.

Course topics include:
• Understanding the purpose and capabilities of the FileMaker Server Admin API
• Monitoring server status, hosted files, and user connections
• Retrieving server configuration details and system information
• Managing server settings and administrative tasks through API calls
• Scheduling backups and reviewing server activity
• Connecting to multiple server environments
• Working with server and cloud hosting configurations

Because the FM Server Manager tool is provided as an open FileMaker file, you can explore how the integration works behind the scenes and adapt the solution to your own needs. Developers can use the tool as a starting point for building custom server management utilities or automation routines.