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Ahoy, our annual 12 Days of FME Contest is live! This year we’re embarking on a Treasure Hunt Adventure...About the ContestThe hunt begins! Discover the legend of Greenbeard, the pirate lizard whose long-lost treasure is waiting to be found. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and place your flags on the map for a chance to win - the closer your guess, the bigger the prize.The contest runs November 26 to December 12, 2025.How It WorksLogin to your FME Community account. Visit the Puzzle Board - your gateway to 20 puzzles. Each puzzle you solve reveals a clue to the treasure’s location. Head to the Make a Guess page to submit your guesses of the treasure’s location. You’ll start with 12 guesses and can earn bonus ones along the way. The closest guess to the treasure wins one of our grand prizes! Throughout the contest, connect with other users in the dedicated 12 Days of FME thread on the forums.Tip: Participation is flexible - solve puzzles at your own pace anytime during the contest window. You must be logged into your community account to play.PrizesWe have some incredible prizes up for grabs! Closest Guess: The player whose flag lands closest to the treasure wins the first grand prize - a large Stump Craft (Canadian-made wooden puzzle) or Heye puzzle of your choice (up to $200 CAD value). The next two closest players win the second and third grand prizes - a large Stump Craft or Heye Puzzle. Special Achievement Prizes: Worst guess: A fun FME swag pack including stickers, socks, and a spork! Most puzzles solved: An FME hoodie to show off your puzzle-solving prowess Plus four exclusive contest badges are available and automatically awarded depending on your level of participation.Have questions or comments? Write them below. Hope you’ll join in on the fun!Cheers,The Safe Community Team

Thank you to everyone who completed our FME Community 2025 User Survey!We asked and you answered! Thank you to everyone who took the time to share your thoughts in the 2025 FME Community User Survey. Your feedback helps us better understand what matters most to you and how we can keep improving your community experience.Your insights shape the future of the FME Community. From guiding improvements, learning resources, engagement opportunities, and the overall user experience, here’s a look at what you shared and how it’s helping us plan the next chapter of the community.Key FindingsHundreds of members from around the world shared their perspectives, revealing an engaged and knowledgeable user base that continues to grow.Nearly 98% of respondents are registered members, and over 70% visit weekly or monthly. The Forums, Knowledge Base, and FME Academy remain the most-used areas, highlighting the community’s strong focus on learning, collaboration, and problem-solving.User DemographicsMost respondents have been active for several years:2-5 years: 27.85% 5-10 years: 24.05% 10+ years: 16.46%More than a quarter of members are newcomers (under two years), showing steady community growth.Motivations for JoiningUsers join the community for six main reasons:Seeking Help and Problem-Solving - Finding answers to workspace or transformer challenges. Learning and Skill Development - Gaining new skills, pursuing certification, and learning best practices. Knowledge Sharing - Helping others and contributing insights. Access to Ideas and Innovation - Submitting ideas and learning about new features. Networking and Connection - Meeting peers, sharing experiences, and collaborating. Career Support - Using the community as a professional resource or to grow into an FME expert role.Key Takeaway: Members come to learn and solve problems, and many stay to give back, fostering a cycle of collaboration and shared expertise.EngagementEngagement remains strong:Weekly visitors: 39.24% Monthly visitors: 32.07% Top areas: Forums (76.79%), Knowledge Base (68.78%), FME Academy (54.85%).Most members stay informed through email notifications and regular visits. Learning from others (79.75%) and getting help with specific challenges (75.53%) continue to be the main motivators for participation.BenefitsThe FME Community has a clear professional impact:67% agree it has helped them advance professionally. 78% find it easy to locate information.The community remains a trusted resource for growth and connection.How You Describe the FME CommunityWhen asked how they’d describe the community, respondents emphasized five themes:Knowledgeable and Helpful - A go-to source for answers and expertise. Collaborative and Supportive - Friendly users ready to help. Learning and Growth - A hub for professional development. Central Knowledge Hub - One platform for all things FME. Fun and Engaging - A welcoming and approachable environment.Key Takeaway: The FME Community is both a learning platform and a friendly social hub for users of all levels. What You Want to Learn AboutPopular learning topics include:Troubleshooting common issues Workflow building and optimization Custom transformers and Python scripting Real-world case studies and best practices New feature insights and FME updatesCommon FeedbackMost users are happy with the community, but several key opportunities for improvement stand out:Search & Navigation - Better filtering, organization, and access to archived content. Documentation Integration - More how-to guides, tutorials, and real-world examples Engagement - More workshops, virtual meetups, and contributor recognition. Members love interactive activities like FME Bingo and The 12 Days of FME, and many asked for more of them. AI Enhancements - Smarter search and answer relevance. Minor Suggestions - Fun events, better onboarding, and a return of classic resources like the Transformer Guide PDF. Overall Insight: The community is thriving, the focus now is on discoverability, interactivity, and even more tailored learning. Users value a balance of technical learning, collaboration, and community fun - and want more of it!Keep Your Eye Out ForWebinar of the Month series More Breakfast of Champions events in 2026 A new FME Community Job Board Community Celebration Day and AwardsAdditional SIG meetups and new groups launching soon! As always, you can also share feedback on the community on this feedback form or by emailing community@safe.com.