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Haven't signed up for Community Coffee Chats yet? This is your last chance to grab a spot — sign-ups close Friday, September 18.How it works:Fill out a short sign-up form (takes about 2 minutes). We'll match you 1:1 with another member based on shared interests, timezone, FME experience, or upcoming event attendance like Peak 2027. We'll make the introduction and send along a few conversation starters to help get things going. From there, it's up to you both to pick a time that works — grab a virtual coffee (20–30 min, totally casual), or if you're both heading to Peak, maybe plan to meet up in person!No pressure — just a chance to connect with people in the FME Community.To celebrate our first round, we'll randomly select a few participants who complete their coffee chat to receive a Starbucks gift card.Key dates:We'll let you know your match by September 22 Meet with your match anytime between September 23 – October 9Sign up hereEveryone's welcome — the more, the merrier! 

The FME Breakfast of Champions is heading to Toronto, ON!Mark your calendar for Friday, October 23 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM EDT at the Old Mill Toronto Hotel.Whether you've been using FME for years or you're still finding your footing, this is a great opportunity to meet other data professionals in your area, pick up some practical tips, and enjoy a free breakfast while you're at it!Here's what you can look forward to:Breakfast & Networking: Start the morning off right, connecting with data pros in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Hear directly from Safe Software on what's new, what's coming, and how to get more out of FME. Knowledge Sharing: Trade tips and see how others in the community are solving real-world data problems. Customer Stories: Hear from organizations near you putting FME to work to streamline processes and drive results. FME Swag: Head home with some exclusive FME goodies.Grab your spot now!Got dietary restrictions or questions? Reach out to us at com

Want to put a name to some of the faces in this community? We're launching Community Coffee Chats to help you do just that.How it works:Fill out a short sign-up form - it takes about 2 minutes. We'll match you 1:1 with another community member based on shared interests, timezone, FME experience, or upcoming event attendance like Peak 2027. We'll make the introduction and give you a few conversation starters to help get things going. From there, it's up to you both to pick a time that works — grab a virtual coffee for 20–30 minutes, or if you're both heading to Peak, maybe plan to meet up in person!No pressure, just a chance to put a face to some of the people you interact with in the community.To celebrate our first round, we'll randomly select a few participants who complete their Coffee Chat to receive a Starbucks gift card. Sign-ups close Friday, September 18 - you'll hear about your match shortly after.Sign up here! 

Safe Software is taking the FME Breakfast of Champions to Dallas!Come join us on Thursday, November 5 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT at the Pinnacle Hotel Waterfront.Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast! What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME, including CEO and Co-Founder Don Murray. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some e

Another round of FME Community Bingo has wrapped up! Thank you to everyone who played along with FME Community Bingo this year. You showed up with energy, sharp quiz instincts, and a whole lot of community spirit. Let's dig into the highlights...WinnersFirst Place - $250 Everything Gift Card: ​@ttejassvi  Second Place - $100 Everything Gift Card: ​@j.joksch  Third Place - $100 Everything Gift Card: ​@geomancer Congrats to our winners. Keep an eye out for a direct message from us about your prizes!Bingo by the Numbers262 players jumped in this year 2,340 squares completed 3,540 draw entries accumulated Top quiz score: 32/34, achieved by 4 players Badges earned: Gold (Full card!): 16 Silver (3+ lines): 30 Bronze (1+ line): 57 What should FME swag look like next?We asked what you'd want to see in the FME swag lineup, and it was a close race at the top: Camping Mug and Tote Bag tied for the lead with 11 votes each.The write-in answers added even more fun ideas, including plush toys, keyc

FME Community Bingo is back for 2026!From August 10-31, join FME users from across the Community for another round of Bingo — featuring new challenges, community activities, and plenty of chances to win prizes.Complete tasks across the FME Community to fill your Bingo board. Every square you complete earns you an entry into our prize draw, with bonus entries up for grabs along the way!Here’s how it works:Complete challenges across the FME Community (click a square to reveal the task) Earn squares on your Bingo board (red = incomplete, green = complete, blue = community task) Each completed square = 1 entry into the prize draw Earn bonus entries for completing rows or forming the X patternThe more squares you complete, the more chances you have to win!Play to win:First place: $250 Everything Gift Card Second place: $100 gift card Third place: $100 gift card Plus four virtual badge awardsReady to play? Visit the FME Community Bingo page to get started! The contest runs through August 31,

Hi FME Community, Mark your calendar: Peak of Data & AI is heading to London! Registration is now live, and we can't wait to see you.Lock in Super Early Bird Pricing starting at just £450, with a group rate of £400 for teams of 8 or more (all tickets must be purchased together in one order to qualify).Can't commit to the full conference? No problem. 1-day passes are back this year, so you can join for just the day that works for you.And for our public sector FME Community users: we're offering 150 free passes on a first-come, first-served basis! Just register using your official government email address to validate your qualification.Register for Super Early Bird PricingFor more information on different pass types, add-ons, and a first look at the high-level conference schedule, please visit our Peak of Data & AI website.If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at events@safe.com.

Safe Software is bringing the FME Breakfast of Champions to Sacramento, California!Join us on Thursday, October 15 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM PDT at the Hyatt Centric Downtown Sacramento. Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some exclusive FME

Safe Software is heading to London, England for the FME Breakfast of Champions!Join us on Tuesday, September 29 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM GMT at the Crowne Plaza London Docklands by IHG. Whether you've been using FME for years or you're just getting started, come connect with fellow data professionals, pick up some practical tips, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME, including CEO and Co-Founder, Don Murray! FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some exclusive FME goodies to take home!Grab y

From August 10-31, we're inviting all FME users to join in on a fun and interactive way to connect with fellow members of the FME Community.Whether you're answering a question, uploading an image, or taking on a team challenge, each completed task earns you a square on the Bingo board — and every square is a chance to win exciting prizes!Last year's Bingo was such a hit that we're bringing it back with a fresh board of squares and new challenges to try. Keep an eye on the FME Community announcements for the official launch details.

Safe Software is bringing the FME Breakfast of Champions to Barcelona, Spain!Join us on Friday, November 13 from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM at the TEMBO Barcelona. Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Build connections with fellow FME users, data enthusiasts, and industry experts to share ideas and exchange knowledge. See how users are solving their data challenges, learn new ways to leverage FME and get inspired on your own data journey. You’ll hear from Kieran O'Donnell, Founder of Ripple. Meet the team behind FME, including CEO and Co-Founder Don Murray and get the latest on FME. Fuel your morning with a delicious breakfast and head home with exclusive FME swag.Grab your spot now.Have dietary restrictions or questions? Drop us an email at community@safe.com.

Safe Software is bringing the FME Breakfast of Champions to Calgary, Alberta!Join us on Wednesday, September 16 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM at the Alt Hotel Calgary East Village. Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some exclusive FME goodies t

Safe Software is taking the FME Breakfast of Champions to Paris, France!Come join us on Monday, September 21 from  9:30 AM - 12:30 PM at the Mama Shelter Paris West.Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. Customer stories will be delivered in French. FME Swag: Lea

Hey Community! We're getting ready to host our next round of Special Interest Group (SIG) virtual meetups, and we'd love for you to join us. These sessions are a great opportunity to connect with peers, share ideas, and dive into topics that matter most to your work.Here's what's coming up:Wednesday, September 23 | Local Government SIG — Sign up here!Tuesday, October 20 | Airports & Aviation SIG — Sign up here!Wednesday, November 18 | Transportation SIG — Sign up here!Tuesday, November 24 | AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) SIG — Sign up here!Not a part of our SIGs yet? You can request to join any of the Special Interest Groups listed above.Have an idea for a future SIG? Drop your suggestions in the comments—we'd love to hear what topics you're interested in.Hope to see you there! 😊

Safe Software is taking the FME Breakfast of Champions to Dallas!Come join us on Wednesday, September 23 from  8:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT at the Fairmont Dallas.Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some exclusive FME goodies to take home!Grab y

Save the date! The Peak of Data & AI Conference is officially returning on March 9-11, 2027 in London, UKWe’re taking over the iconic QEII Centre in Westminster for three days of expert insights, real-world solutions, and meaningful connections shaping the future of data and AI.Registration LaunchWe’re excited to share that registration for the Peak 2027 will open August 11, 2026. Super Early Bird pricing will be in effect from launch until September 29.Join the mailing list to receive important Peak updates: https://peakofdataandai.com/Call for presentations is now open!Every great breakthrough starts with a challenge. At the Peak of Data and AI, the most impactful sessions come from our community of FME users. We invite you to share your real-world successes, technical deep-dives, or innovative AI applications on a global stage.Apply to present.

We’d love to invite you to share your experience on G2!G2 is a trusted software review platform used by over 100 million professionals annually to make smarter software decisions based on trusted peer reviews. By sharing how you use FME and the value it brings to your work, you’re helping others discover what’s possible.How to participate: Leave your review on G2 here. It only takes about 5 minutes, and your feedback makes a big difference.  When asked, “For which purposes do you use FME Platform?”, be sure to select all applicable categories (e.g. On-Premise Data Integration, ETL Tools, Data Virtualization) to ensure your review captures every part of your FME experience. As a thank-you for your time, you’ll receive a $25 gift card from us! Thanks for helping others discover what FME can do, and for being a part of our FME community!

HI everyone! We've made some updates to the FME Talent Exchange and wanted to share what's new with the community! What's ChangedThe Talent Exchange has always been a place to connect FME talent with opportunity, and we're expanding it to make that even easier. Here's what's new:Safe Software roles are now posted here. You'll start seeing open positions from our own team listed in the Talent Exchange. Anyone can post a job, not just partners. If your organization is hiring for FME-related work, you're welcome to post regardless of whether you're an official Safe partner. Freelancers and contractors are welcome. If you're available for FME work and looking for your next contract or project, you can now post your availability directly in the Talent Exchange. Just follow the freelancer posting guidelines when you do.Whether you're hiring, job hunting, or somewhere in between, the Talent Exchange is your spot 🚀Head over to the FME Talent Exchange to browse current listings or share your o

Safe Software is taking the FME Breakfast of Champions to Denver!Come join us on Tuesday, July 28 from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM MST at the Warwick Denver.Whether you're a longtime FME power user or just starting to explore what's possible with data, this is the perfect chance to connect with fellow professionals, walk away with practical knowledge, and fuel your morning with a complimentary breakfast — on us.What's in Store:Breakfast & Networking: Kick off the morning by connecting with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME. FME Updates: Get the inside scoop on the latest features, helpful tips, and insights to take your FME skills to the next level. Knowledge Sharing: Swap ideas and hear how others are tackling real-world data challenges head-on. Customer Stories: Learn how organizations in your region are leveraging FME to simplify workflows, boost efficiency, and move their business forward. FME Swag: Leave with some exclusive FME goodies to take home!Grab your spot

The Safe Software team is heading to Snowflake Summit (June 1-4) in San Francisco, and we’d love to connect with Community members who are attending! Find us at Booth 1407 to pick up some Safe Software swag, say hello, and share your FME story. Want to secure an exclusive Safe Software hoodie?  We’ll be conducting short, recorded interviews on-site to showcase real-world FME and Snowflake success stories. You’ll have the chance to highlight your expertise to a broader data community and receive a Safe Software hoodie as a thank you.If you’re attending the Summit and are open to sharing your FME story, you can reserve a time using our booking link.We hope to see you in San Francisco!

Hey everyone! We're excited to host our first Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) Special Interest Group virtual meetup! These sessions are a great space to connect with others in the community, exchange ideas, and explore use cases relevant to your work.📅 Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 | 8:00 AM PST Register here!Feel free to join the private group before the session and introduce yourself!Looking forward to seeing you there! 😊

Safe Software is bringing the FME Breakfast of Champions to San Francisco!Join us on Thursday, Aug 20 from 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM PST at the InterContinental San Francisco.Whether you're a seasoned FME pro or just beginning your data journey, this is a great opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, pick up practical insights, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast — on us.What to Expect:Breakfast & Networking: Meet and connect with data professionals in your area and the team behind FME, including CEO and Co-Founder Don Murray.  Get the Latest on FME: Hear about recent updates, practical tips, and insights to help you get even more out of FME. Knowledge Sharing: Exchange ideas and learn how others are solving real-world data challenges. Customer Stories: Discover how local organizations are using FME to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and drive their business forward. FME Swag: Take home some exclusive FME goodies!Register now!Have dietary restrictions or questions? Reach

We're thrilled to announce that the Call for Presentations for Peak of Data & AI 2027 is officially open!If you've built something with FME that you're proud of — whether it's a creative workflow, a complex integration, or a solution that's made a real difference for your organization — we want to hear from you.This is your chance to share your story with a global audience of data and integration professionals.What to know before you applySubmissions close September 29th Event takes place March 9–11, 2027 in London, UK at the QEII Centre Presentations will reach an international audienceThe FME Community is full of incredible talent and we'd love to see your work on the main stage.Not sure where to start? Take a look at the topics we're looking for — it might be just the spark you need to find your story.👉 Submit your presentation here 

Don’t miss out on a morning with the FME community in Utrecht, Netherlands!Join Safe Software and fellow data professionals on Monday, May 18, 2026 from 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM for the FME Breakfast of Champions at the Crowne Plaza Utrecht - Central Station by IHG.Whether you're a longtime FME user or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with peers, hear real-world stories from local users, and enjoy a complimentary breakfast on us.What to Expect:Breakfast & Networking Meet and connect with data professionals in your area and chat directly with the Safe Software team. Get the Latest on FME Hear about recent updates, practical tips, and insights to help you get even more out of FME. Knowledge Sharing Exchange ideas and learn how others are solving real-world data challenges. Customer Stories Discover how local organizations are using FME to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and drive their business forward. FME Swag Take home some exclusive FME goodies! Spots are

AI is evolving fast - and we know the FME community is already pushing boundaries. That’s why we’ve created a dedicated space for you to explore, experiment, and collaborate on all things AI + FME.Whether you're just getting started or already building with tools like AI Assist, MCP, or Agent-to-Agent workflows, the FME Special Interest Group: AI is for you.What you’ll find inside:Real-world use cases and ideas from the Safe team and the community Hands-on experimentation and practical insights Direct connection with other builders and the Safe Software team A space to ask questions, share wins (and failures), and learn togetherThis isn’t about polished demos - it’s about thinking out loud, sharing what’s working (and what’s not), and helping shape what comes next.As our CEO Don shared: “Let’s build this together.”Join the conversation and be part of what’s next in FME + AI.