The Context Podcast

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  Interview with Ryan McCann 31.07.2026 1ч 10мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of ProofRyan McCann, CEO, Claris, an Apple CompanyDescription:In this episode, Ernest Koe sits down with Ryan McCann, CEO of Claris, for a wide-ranging conversation about leading a software company through an era of rapid AI change. Ryan shares how he thinks about durable product advantage versus commoditized agentic development and why he believes the role of FileMaker is only going to grow. He also opens up on navigating the transition into the CEO seat, managing signal versus noise from the community, and what the FileMaker 2026 release signals about where the platform is headed.You can also view this podcast on Youtube.Featured Links:How Claris is building for what comes next.Claris FileMaker 2026 is now available.Agentic Development in Claris FileMaker.
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  AI Hype vs. Reality 29.07.2026 56мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof Todd Geist, CTO of ProofDescription:In this episode of the Context Podcast, Ernest Koe and Todd Geist cover “This Week in AI: FileMaker Edition.” They dig into the AI hype cycle: why “token maxing” is largely meaningless, why productivity gains don’t automatically translate to revenue, and why attention is the scarcest resource in the agentic era. They also react to a landmark Claris webinar led by former co-host Martha Zink, which drew over 1,000 attendees and previewed first-party agentic development coming to FileMaker. You can also view this podcast on Youtube.Featured Links:Addy Osmani: The Orchestration Tax (attention engineering in the AI era)Ryan McCann’s Blog Post: How Claris is building for what comes nextProof CommunityProofKitProofKit’s YouTube PlaylistThe Mars Trilogy (Red Mars, Green Mars, Blue Mars) – Todd’s book recommendationAgentic development with FileMaker
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  FileMaker, AI, and ProofKit 29.05.2026 1ч 4мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof Todd Geist, CTO of ProofEric Luce, Sr. Software Engineer Description:In this episode of the Context Podcast, Ernest Koe, Todd Geist, and Eric Luce dive into This Week in AI: FileMaker Edition. They explore Claris’ strategic pivot and the evolving core value proposition of FileMaker within the AI engineering era. The team also introduces ProofKit, our new toolkit for agentic FileMaker development, discussing how we’re sharing it with the world. Tune in to understand why navigating this AI-driven landscape—filled with both immense opportunity and complex security risks—is more critical than ever.Interested in ProofKit office hours? Share what you’re building with ProofKit on social media, and email us a link! We’d love to chat about what you’re using it for. Featured Links:Ryan‘s Blog Post: How Claris is building for what comes next.Richard Cartlon’s podcast: What Comes Next: FileMaker & AI with Ryan McCannVideo: Build a FileMaker Web Viewer App in Under 10 Minutes with Cursor + ProofKit Proof Community Ernest’s Blog Post: A brief investigation into the nature of AI psychosisProofKitProofKit’s YouTube playlist 
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  Ottomatic and AI 22.05.2026 58мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof Todd Geist, CTO of ProofKyle Duval, Software Engineer at ProofDescription:In this episode of the Context Podcast, join Ernest Koe, Todd Geist, and Kyle Duval in another AI conversation. This week, they discuss the “slop cannon”, and all the reasons that SaaS isn’t dead. From more advanced security threats, to the skills needed to manage a complex code base, there’s still plenty of reasons why engineers are needed. In the second part of the episode, they discuss the newest AI-related changes to the Ottomatic platform. OttoFMS supports MCP servers, and documentation now supports AI-assisted chat. Got a question? Just type it in, and find what you’re looking for fast with doc-based querying.Featured Links:Mo Bitar’s video on AIMCP Server Documentation
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  Ottomatic Essentials 11.05.2026 26мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of ProofAngelo Lunchi, Director of Infrastructure Operations at ProofDescription:In this episode of the Context Podcast, join Ernest Koe and Angelo Luchi as they go over Ottomatic Essentials: the hosting service for small teams who want to think big. In this discussion, they discuss the offerings of Essentials and how they benefit users. From the security compliance and ease of Dockerization, to the acceleration benefits of HTTPS Tunneling and Cloudflare, and even the control afforded by the Ottomatic Cloud Console and OttoFMS. This episode will give you a full understanding of how the Essentials levels of our hosting platform aren’t a budget solution— they are a powerful choice that gives you the ability to get up and running quickly. Featured Links:Ottomatic EssentialsOttomatic Cloud ConsoleOttoFMS 
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  ProofKit MCP 22.04.2026 1ч 43мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof Todd Geist, CTO of ProofDescription:The demo portions in the latter half of the podcast are viewable on YouTube.In this episode of the Context Podcast, join Ernest Koe and Todd Geist for another installment of "This Week in AI".  They begin with their experiences with Claude CoWork and their internal use cases, such as automatic time tracking. They also discuss the importance of project setup and making sure that agents have their own isolated data to keep things moving quickly and securely. Finally, they lead into a short demo of ProofKit MCP and how you can expose AI agents to FileMaker, highlighting the differences between ProofChat and ProofKit. Featured Links:ProofKit The Last Quiet Thing by Terry Godier Latent Space Podcast “Why Anthropic Thinks AI Should Have Its Own Computer — Felix Rieseberg of Claude Cowork & Claude Code Desktop” 
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  AI Blastoff 18.03.2026 1ч 27мин

  Featuring: Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof+Geist Todd Geist, CTO of Proof+Geist Description: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Todd Geist and Ernest Koe as they discuss the whirlwind of activity in the AI space and how that affects FileMaker. They go over the practices and theories behind “vibe coding”, agentic engineering, the different platforms, and more. You can also find this episode on YouTube.
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  ProofChat 29.10.2025 1ч 3мин

  Featuring: Martha Zink, Director of Experience at Proof+Geist Ernest Koe, CEO of Proof+Geist Todd Geist, CTO of Proof+Geist Description: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Martha Zink, Todd Geist, and Ernest Koe as they discuss ProofChat— our new, FREE tool that allows you to add an AI Chat interface directly into your FileMaker solutions. Join the conversation to learn all the reasons why this could save you time and change your development, as well as some pitfalls to be aware of while working with AI. You might also catch a reference to Formula 1 racing, or two. Or three. Or four. Find this episode on YouTube, or your favorite podcasting platform.Featured Links:https://www.proofchat.ai/ProofChat is herehttps://www.proofgeist.com/blog/2025/10/28/proofchat-is-here/
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  ProofKit 27.08.2025 40мин

  Featuring: Martha Zink, Director of Experience at Proof+Geist Eric Luce, Senior Software Engineer at Proof+GeistDescription: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Martha Zink and Eric Luce as they discuss the suite of JavaScript tools in ProofKit. In the modern era, having an easily accessible app for your clients is crucial. With ProofKit, FileMaker developers without much experience in JavaScript can create clean and functional web apps connected to FileMaker data, or interactive web viewers for your customers. Check out our growing list of content below to get started with ProofKit, and keep an eye out for the newest update on the horizon. You can also find this episode on Youtube.Featured Links: https://proofkit.dev/ Claris Engage 2025 Session: How to build next-level web apps with Claris FileMakerBuild web apps with Claris FileMaker: ProofKit Claris Community LiveProof+Geist Talks with Richard Carlton
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  Claris Engage 2025 04.02.2025 40мин

  Featuring: Martha Zink, Director of Experience at Proof+Geist Julie Sigfrinius, Former Senior Director of Customer Success at ClarisDescription: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Martha Zink and Julie Sigfrinius as they discuss the upcoming Claris Engage 2025 conference! Get a sneak preview of all the fascinating things scheduled for the event. From retro games to exclusive merchandise, an expo hall, and a packed roster of talks lead by FileMaker experts. They also talk about the importance of community and the welcoming atmosphere for first-time attendees— no matter if it's your first time attending or your return, you’ll find a strong community to welcome you into the fold.You can also find this episode on YouTube. Featured Links: Learn more about Claris Engage 2025: http://www.claris.com/engage Check out the training days and see what sparks your interest: https://www.claris.com/engage/2025/sessions/?tag=training-day  Want to be a sponsor or an exhibitor at Claris Engage 2025?: Email them at [email protected] something for The Claris Museum? https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clay-maeckel_clarisengage2025-activity-7273132883827990528-m31D?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop 
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  OData to the rescue! Web-enabling FileMaker data with Five and Ottomatic. 20.12.2024 47мин

  Featuring:Jonathan Marcus, Head of Software Development at SureguardDominik Keller, CEO at Co-Founder at FiveErnest KoeTodd GeistIn this episode of The Context Podcast, Ernest Koe and Todd Geist are joined by Jonathan Marcus from Sureguard and Dominik Keller from Five to discuss the challenges of building user-friendly applications for non-employees. They explore how Five's low-code approach simplifies development, the integration of AI for creating complex business solutions, and the importance of infrastructure, security, and compliance in industries like healthcare. The conversation highlights the flexibility of Five, the collaborative nature of development, and the robust frameworks needed to empower developers to innovate effectively.Check out the awesome work that Five and Sureguard are doing.You can also find this episode on YouTube.00:00Introduction to the Guests and Their Backgrounds04:59The Genesis of Five and Its Role in Software Development10:13Exploring the Challenges with FileMaker and WebDirect14:48Understanding OData and Its Advantages20:01Navigating the Learning Curve with Five and OData24:50AI and Code Generation in Application Development30:41Building Complex Business Applications36:24The Role of Infrastructure in Development39:01Security and Compliance in Medical Applications44:42Collaboration and Success in Development Projects
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  Updates from Claris with Ryan McCann 19.11.2024 1ч

  In this episode, Ryan McCann, CEO at Claris, joins us to discuss his journey stepping into the role, the organizational strategies driving growth, and the importance of customer retention in today’s competitive market.Ryan shares how Claris is navigating the transformation from a risk management mindset to a growth-oriented strategy. He dives into the challenges and successes along the way, emphasizing the critical role partnerships—especially with Apple—play in expanding market presence and enhancing the FileMaker platform.We also explore Claris’s mission to empower small and mid-sized organizations through innovative technology, with Ryan highlighting the growing trend toward custom software development and the opportunities AI presents for shaping the future of business solutions.Finally, we discuss the evolving role of the Claris community and Claris’s commitment to deeper collaboration and engagement with its partners.You also can find this episode on YouTube. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about Claris’s vision for the future and the exciting opportunities ahead!Chapters00:00 Introduction and Leadership Transition03:02 Organizational Strategy and Transformation05:51 Growth and Market Dynamics11:45 Retention and Customer Engagement17:53 Leveraging Partnerships for Growth29:55 Future Strategies and Market Expansion32:00 Empowering Organizations with Technology35:00 Strategic Partnerships and Market Expansion36:52 Navigating the AI Landscape40:01 Custom Software: A Right for Businesses51:53 The Future of Custom Solutions and Community Engagement
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  Offline and Web Apps 01.10.2024 53мин

  In this episode of the Context Podcast, Martha Zink hosts Eric Luce and Aloe Torres Navarro to discuss innovative projects utilizing FileMaker and web applications. They discuss the challenges of offline data collection, the importance of authentication, and the use of webhooks for data synchronization. The conversation highlights the architecture of client-server interactions, user experience considerations, and the integration of tools like Slack for real-time updates. The episode concludes with insights on future enhancements and the collaborative nature of development in the FileMaker community.Mentioned in the Podcast:OttoFMShttps://www.proofgeist.com/products/f...Alo’s Blog --- From Offline to Online: Building a Seamless FileMaker Go App with Otto Webhookshttps://www.proofgeist.com/blog/2024/...Eric’s Blog --- Using Claris FileMaker as a backend database for web appshttps://www.proofgeist.com/blog/2024/...Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Mobile FileMaker and Web Projects01:01 - Offline Data Collection Challenges08:04 - Understanding Authentication and User Experience09:49 - Redefining Client-Server Architecture12:00 - Managing Data Synchronization Expectations13:58 - Implementing API Keys for Secure Access18:26 - Utilizing Otto Receiver for Data Handling32:10 - User-Centric Design and Flexibility34:07 - Exploring Web App Development with FileMaker37:49 - Integrating Slack for Real-Time Updates40:57 - Future Enhancements and User Feedback51:30 - Conclusion
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  Claris Engage 2024 24.01.2024 47мин

  Get ready for another exciting episode of The Context Podcast, featuring Andrew LeCates from Claris. In this episode, Andrew joins Proof+Geist’s Martha Zink, Ernest Koe, and Todd Geist to talk all things Claris Engage 2024, a Claris developer conference set to take place February 6-8 in Austin, Texas.We discuss how excited we are for Claris Engage, where we get to be together in person on an Apple campus after years of virtual events. Andrew shares some key things he expects to see and learn about at Engage, and we reminisce about past developer conferences. If you’re there for the sessions, the products, the exhibitors, or just spending time with the community, come find us at our Proof+Geist and Ottomatic booths or our sessions. We can’t wait to see you all!While registration for Claris Engage is sold out, there are still slots for three Training Day courses:  https://content.claris.com/claris-engage2024-limited-space-alYou can find this podcast on YouTube. 
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  Update on Claris’ Roadmap 29.08.2023 48мин

  Featuring: Andrew Lecates, Chief Product Owner for Claris FileMakerTodd Geist Ernest KoeCorn WalkerDescription:Get ready for a special new episode of The Context Podcast! Join us as we sit down with our special guest, Andrew Lecates, Chief Product Owner for Claris FileMaker. In this episode, we discuss Claris's strategic shift towards a refocused Claris platform as Claris prepares to transition Claris Pro functionally into the FileMaker line, and deprecate Claris Pro (including Claris Go, Claris WebDirect, and Claris Server).Corn Walker, Todd Geist, and Ernest Koe delve into the fascinating realm of technology and AI as it relates to the Claris platform, both present and future, while also gaining insights into Andrew's new role and its implications. We also dig into the seamless integration of FileMaker, Connect, and Studio, and unpack the implications for the platform. Plus, stay tuned for some sneak peeks into the exciting plans for Claris Engage 2024. Check out all the changes Claris is making here: https://content.claris.com/claris-community-products-roadmap-proof+geist You can also find this podcast on YouTube.
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  Chris Rogers of TourPro 11.08.2023 1ч 4мин

  Featuring: Martha ZinkTodd GeistChris Rogers Description:In this episode of The Context Podcast, Martha Zink and Todd Geist from Proof+Geist sit down with a special guest, Chris Rogers, the mastermind behind TourPro—a revolutionary software shaking up the dance event management scene. In this episode, Chris takes us on a journey through his remarkable transition from building a small side project to the creation of TourPro, a game-changing event registration and management tool for dance enthusiasts.With approximately 1,000 events a year, Chris and his team have mastered the art of making a complex technical product accessible to non-technical users. As Chris puts it, he's got "enough knowledge to be dangerous with FileMaker," and he's using that power to empower event organizers worldwide.What sets TourPro apart is its clever design—a user-friendly mobile app that lets you run events offline, keeping things seamless and efficient even without an internet connection. Chris dives into the technical magic that allows users to operate within the app, and then sync up once they're back online. Join us in this episode as we explore Chris Rogers's journey, laugh at relatable anecdotes, and gain valuable insights into the world of innovative software creation. Stay tuned, because this episode is your backstage pass to the captivating world of TourPro and the brilliant mind behind it.You can find this podcast on YouTube or your favorite podcasting platform.Links: https://tourprosoftware.com/ 
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  The Impact of AI on FileMaker 05.06.2023 1ч 20мин

  Featuring: Todd Geist Cris IppoliteDescription: In this episode of The Context Podcast, join Proof+Geist CTO, Todd Geist and Cris Ippolite, founder of iSolutions, as they dive into the fascinating impacts that AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) are having on our industry in general, and the FileMaker community in particular. Cris was an early proponent of using Machine Learning and AI with FileMaker. In fact, this is the third time we have had Cris on the pod to discuss this topic. The first was Episode 34, back in May of 2020, and the second time was Episode 71 in September of 2021 – way before ChatGPT was a thing. Now that LLMs and ChatGPT are the elephants in the FileMaker room, we thought it would be a good idea to have Cris back on the Podcast for an updated conversation on what this all might mean for how we do our jobs, and solve problems for our customers with our favorite platform.Hear how Cris and Todd think AI might revolutionize the way we build applications and systems with FileMaker, while preserving the essence of creative thinking. They discuss the upcoming Apple WWDC 2023 conference on June 5th, and their expectations on how Apple will shape the trajectory of AI. Plus, get an introduction to Proof+Geist's Front Radar Plugin—and stay tuned for the upcoming blog post on that.
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  Unlocking Efficiency with SimpleQ 31.05.2023 1ч 6мин

  Welcome to this episode of The Context Podcast where we explore the incredible capabilities of SimpleQ! This week includes our host Martha Zink, along with Corn Walker, Todd Geist, and Mike Perley.Join us as we delve into the intricacies of SimpleQ, explaining its seamless task handling and compatibility with various systems. Discover the advantages of this approach and how it revolutionizes business processes. Additionally, we explore the origins of SimpleQ, discussing the hybrid PubSub and queuing system that gave birth to this remarkable tool. We also shine a spotlight on Otto and its crucial role in accepting webhooks from third-party systems. See how Otto seamlessly integrates with SimpleQ to streamline data flow and enhance communication across different FileMaker apps.Tune in to The Context Podcast and embrace the efficiency of SimpleQ—a game-changer in the world of FileMaker and business process automation. You can also find this episode on Youtube or your favorite podcasting platforms.
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  Claris 2023 25.04.2023 56мин

  Featuring:Martha Zink Todd Geist Rick KalmanDescription: In this episode of The Context Podcast, Martha Zink and Todd Geist talk toRick Kalman from Claris about the launch of Claris FileMaker 2023. Together, they discuss the upcoming changes to the platform—including the switch to a year-based naming scheme, significant performance improvements, and the availability of Claris Connect on the free plan. With stronger authentication protocols, greater scalability, and improvements to backend infrastructure, FileMaker 2023 promises to be Claris’s best release yet!Also featured: Todd’s dog, Clark, who is recovering from knee surgery and is spending his convalescence providing additional commentary in the form of background snoring.
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  Transactions in FileMaker 19.6 24.02.2023 1ч

  In this episode of The Context Podcast, we are joined by Todd Geist, Corn Walker, and Peter Vinogradov for an epic debate between Team Pro-Transactions and Team Anti-Transactions. They dive in and discuss the benefits (and bad habits) that come with transactions in Claris FileMaker 19.6. FileMaker’s 19.6 version release brought simplification and cleanup to the developer side of transactions, creating new commands to cut down on multistep processes and turning hard-to-read error-catching code into something legible. This is certainly an update focused on improving the lives of FileMaker developers. All this, combined with the caveats brought up by the (tentatively) Anti-Transactions Team, help round out the conversation. This podcast is available on Transistor.FM, or any of your favorite podcast platforms. The video is available on YouTube. Check out the rest of our 19.6 series: Transactions in FileMaker 19.6: Part One Transactions in FileMaker 19.6: Part Two Transactions in 19.6 Demo by Corn Walker Claris FileMaker Server 19.6