Connecting FileMaker to AI via MCP sounds simple — until it isn’t. From Node version traps and misleading error messages to token handling and PATH issues, setting up FileMaker with the Model Context Protocol can be a real challenge. But once everything clicks, the payoff is big: live AI access to your FileMaker schema, tools, and data. This article explores the common struggles — and why MCP is absolutely worth the effort.

The new Figma-to-FMBetterForms plugin makes it easier than ever to design your UI before you build it. Create your layout visually in Figma, click a button, and instantly generate clean schema code ready to paste into FMBetterForms. This design-first workflow speeds up development, reduces rework, and gives FileMaker developers a powerful, modern way to build polished web interfaces with confidence.