I've converted directly from 5.5 to 10 without any real issues. I ended up rewriting them all though, to take advantage of using tables and having the database in a single file.
The first step was to just convert them and test it. I then upgraded all my clients. While they were continuing to use the database, I moved one part of the solution into its own table in the primary file and made all the adjustments so that the solution still worked. Repeat as needed, you will learn a lot about your own methods and a lot about FM Pro 10 in the process. FM Pro 10 Advanced is what used to be called the Developer edition. It has extra tools for developers and isn't needed for users. I hope that answers your questions, feel free to contact me. Will Cooksey Computer Support Specialist University of Arkansas University Information Technology Services [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> 479-575-2905 From: FileMaker Pro Discussions [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of J. Sent: Tuesday, January 05, 2010 2:32 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Conversion from 5.5 (!) Odd simple question for this expert group, but I have at least 100 db's that I've developed on FMPro 5.5, and (obviously) need to upgrade to a newer or newest version of FMPro -possibly advanced. Question: How many other versions do I need to use to convert these without manually(!) converting all of them? If it matters, I'm a Mac user with OSX 10.4.4 and also will be needing to use it on my laptop with a newer operating system. Thanks! Jackie
