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I try to find a text ending with a newline. Using the inbuilt regular expression editor (with the regex #! <DATASET\n) shows a result so the regex looks correct to me:StringSearcher unfortunately doesn’t find the line: (see attached workbench)Where are things going wrong?

We require support to establish a structured version management and governance process for FME workspaces (.fmw files) using Azure DevOps (ADO).Currently, FME files are updated manually, which creates challenges around version control, traceability, rollback, and collaborative development. We would like guidance and support on leveraging ADO repositories and pipelines to manage FME files effectively.The objective is to: Maintain version history of FME workspaces Enable controlled check-in/check-out and collaboration Support rollback and auditability Align with enterprise DevOps and SDLC standards Please advise on best practices, recommended repository structure, branching strategy, and CI/CD considerations (if applicable) for managing FME files in ADO.

Hi,I have a very simple workbench that is cliping a gpkg containing mulitple layer. I am struggling with writinng them back to one gpkg using dynamic schema. it fails every single time  

As 2025 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to pause and reflect ✨ From big wins to small moments, there’s a lot to celebrate as we look ahead to 2026.Question of the Week:💭 Before we head into 2026, what’s been the best part of your 2025?Whether it’s an FME win, a work milestone, or a personal highlight, we’d love to hear about it 😊Share your answer below 👇💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even what inspires you beyond work.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of December’s Questions of the Week by December 31st, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST to be entered into this month’s draw.🎖️ Answer your first question

The 12 Days of FME Treasure Hunt has officially come to a close! Thank you so much for joining in, solving puzzles, and hunting for Greenbeard’s lost treasure. Your participation made this year’s contest a huge success - we loved seeing the community in action!Now, it’s time to announce the winners! Closest Guess: ​@jimmymaximum (1.99m away) wins a large Stump Craft or Heye puzzle of their choosing Second Closest Guess: ​@d_l (2.13m away) wins a large Stump Craft or Heye puzzle of their choosing Third Closest Guess: ​@ian_moore (2.16m away) wins a large Stump Craft or Heye puzzle of their choosing Worst Guess: ​@sajjadhk.1996 wins an FME swag prize pack

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

Hello FME TribeThanks to FME for organizing this 12 days treasure hunt! I was back to my school days trying to decipher code and spending hours together checking images 😃 This is regarding the first Image Puzzle that was asked in the 12 days FME contest. The compass in the image displays the year 2014 faintly on a compass. This was spotted by me and when I entered the value 2014 in the text box I always got a error message which read something like The entered value is in a date format that I am not aware of . That made me think that the expected value to be in conventional date format. Probably the message could have been more precise. At the same time, I can also see that many others have successfully answered that quiz.Did anyone face the same problem? Now that the contest is over, I just thought I can safely check whether others also faced the same problem.  RegardsGovind

I am reading the feature classes and tables from an Oracle Reader, and many of those are not having any records, the tables are empty. But I want all of those in my ESRI FGDB output which I am using in the Feature Writer dynamically. How to achieve this? Any leads?

Hi everyone! If you’re new to the FME Community, or you haven’t updated your profile yet, this is your reminder to complete your About Me section. This quick step is required before account approvals. Completing your profile helps us reduce spam and keeps the FME Community safe, helpful, and engaging for everyone.By completing your profile, you’ll unlock the ability to: 💬 Ask and answer questions in the Forums 🤝 Get support from fellow FME users and experts 🎉 Participate in contests and join Community discussions 📰 Stay updated on all things FME What to include in your About Me: Name Location Organization + Role Areas of Expertise A fun fact about you (optional!) How to update your profile:Log in > Click your pro

This is your final call to join the adventure - our 12 Days of FME Treasure Hunt ends today, December 12 at 5 PM PST, and this is your last chance to enter and get your guesses in!Whether you’re just getting started or already deep into the hunt, there’s still time to solve puzzles, submit your best guess, and compete for some incredible prizes.About the ContestOur annual 12 Days of FME Community Winter Contest is back! This year, we’re embarking on a Treasure Hunt Adventure featuring the legend of Greenbeard, the pirate lizard whose long-lost treasure is waiting to be found. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and plant your flag on the map for a chance to win

We’re proud to share that for the sixth consecutive year, Safe Software has been included in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Data Integration Tools!In this year’s report, Safe Software is positioned highest in execution and furthest in vision within the Niche Player quadrant. This reflects our deep expertise and commitment to serving industries where data diversity, complexity, and spatial intelligence are critical. We also continue to prove that niche doesn’t mean limitation. Safe Software is pushing past boundaries by expanding what data integration can do. The FME Platform has evolved well beyond

We’re officially halfway through our 12 Days of FME Treasure Hunt, and the adventure is in full swing - with plenty of time left for you to jump in and start solving!Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s been happening so far (live stats at the time of sending):Contest by the NumbersRegistered Users: 419 Users Solving at Least 1 Puzzle: 325 Total Solutions Submitted: 1813 Average Solutions Per User: 5.58 Most Puzzles Solved by One User: 20 (2 users!) Hidden Codes Redeemed: 93 Code 1: 5 redemptions Code 2: 37 redempti

If you’ve started using FME anytime in the last six months, your experience is exactly what we’re hoping to learn from.Those early days with a new tool are when things are freshest - what felt intuitive, what created friction, and what would have made it easier to get up and running. We’re using this insight to improve the onboarding experience for new FME users.We’ve put together a short survey (under 10 minutes) to capture your feedback. Your responses go directly to the team working on these improvements.Take the quick survey by January 16, 2026.By completing the survey, you’ll earn an FME Community badge and 5 reputation points.Your perspective will help shape a smoother experience for future users - and for you as FME continues to evolve.Than

Hi,  Has anyone else noticed that when you use an attribute creator in your model, or renamer, or in your manager where you reuse an existing field, it works perfectly in your model but is not transferred when you write it to your shapefile? I always have to use a separate creator at the end This used to be no problem at all. I am now using 2025.2, but I had already noticed this in version 1.

In the spirit of the 12 Days of FME: Treasure Hunt Edition, we want to know:💭 A legendary pirate must sail a legendary ship. What’s the name of yours?Share it in the comments below. The more creative, the better! New to the 12 Days of FME? 🏴‍☠️Here’s a quick look:🪙 The Legend: Greenbeard’s long-lost treasure is hidden somewhere on the map.🧩 Solve Puzzles: Complete up to 20 puzzles, each one unlocks a clue.🚩 Make Your Guesses: You get 12 flags to mark where you think the treasure is buried (plus bonus ones you can earn!).🏆 Win Prizes: Closest guesses win Stump Craft or Heye puzzles (up to $200 CAD), plus prizes for worst guess, most puzzles solved, and four exclusive badges.Contest runs until

We had so many great webinar moments this year, and now we want to hear yours. From "aha" moments to practical tips, we’d love to know which part of our 2025 webinars made an impact on you.Share your favourite moment from 2025 to win!Post on LinkedIn sharing your favourite Safe webinar from 2025, tag @safesoftware, and use the hashtag #SafeWebinarsWrapped for a chance to win a $25 gift card. There will be 4 winners chosen at random.The contest runs from December 2 until December 15 at 11:59pm PT. Winners will be announced on December 16, 2025. 

Welcome to our December FME Community User Spotlight! Every month, we spotlight a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!User Spotlight: Paul Morris / ​@paul_m What company do you currently work for?Terracon, a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm.What’s your current job role and title?Data ScientistTell us more about what you do and how you use FME?I first started using FME almost ten years ago at an underground utility locating company to help create 30-40 ETL processes to extract utility data from clients into our own systems. Now, I work at Terracon, a civil engineering consulting firm. We use FME for a variety of automation and ETL processes involving a seemingly infinite number

There’s always more to uncover in FME. From sneaky shortcuts to powerful features, it’s full of “why didn’t I know this sooner?” moments! 💡This week’s Question of the Week:💭 What’s an FME trick or shortcut you wish you’d known sooner? If another Community member showed you this trick - tag them in the comments!  😊💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even the future of FME.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!🗓️ Answer all of November’s Questions of the Week by November 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM PST to be entered into this month’s draw.🎖️ Answer your first question to earn the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge — and keep it up to reac

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.

The countdown is on! Our annual 12 Days of FME Contest kicks off tomorrow, and we’re launching the adventure live in a special webinar.Join the Live Launch Webinar Tomorrow: November 26, 2025Be there as we unveil this year’s 12 Days of FME theme: the legend of Greenbeard, the notorious pirate lizard whose long-lost treasure awaits discovery. Your quest: follow clues, solve puzzles, and place your flags on the map to uncover the treasure’s hiding place. The closer your guess, the bigger the prize!But that’s not all - we’ll also sha

We’re excited to launch a new community initiative — Webinar of the Month! 🎉 Each month, we’ll feature one upcoming webinar right here in the FME Community. These posts are your space to:Share what you’re most excited to learn Discuss takeaways after the session Connect with others who attendedOur goal is to spark conversation, highlight great learning opportunities, and help you get even more out of every FME webinar experience.⚓ November Webinar of the Month: 12 Days of FME – The Hunt is On!🗓️ Date: November 26, 2025🔗 Register here: Join the WebinarJoin the Community team to launch the 12 Days of FME Annual Winter Contest! Uncover the legend of Greenbeard, the pirate liza

Is there any chance of getting a search bar added to the forums?  The forums are very useful, but would be even better if we could search on previously written topics

Hey Community! GIS Day is November 19th! Let’s celebrate with the FME Community. GIS Day is a global celebration dedicated to recognizing and inspiring others about the power of spatial data. 😀 🎉Any post or comment you make between 12:00 am and 11:59 pm PST on November 19th will automatically earn you the GIS Day 2025 Community badge 🏅 

Some tasks just never seem to end — dishes, errands… the list goes on! ⏳ What if FME could step in and handle one for you?This week’s Question of the Week:💭 If you could automate one everyday task (not work-related!) with FME, what would it be?Share your answer below 👇💡 New to the Question of the Week?Each week, we post a simple but thought-provoking question. It could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or even the future of FME.Every answer you share earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag (a $50 value) — plus points toward community badges!

🏴‍☠️ Ahoy, FME Community! The 12 Days of FME Contest returns on November 26th, and this year we’re embarking on a Treasure Hunt Adventure! Join fellow adventurers in the quest to uncover where Greenbeard’s treasure lies buried. Each day brings a new opportunity to chart your guess, with 12 chances to play, plus bonus opportunities earned through fun challenges, puzzles, and hidden clues.🎁 Prizes await the cleverest treasure hunters! Those who come closest to Greenbeard’s loot will take home rewards. Want to be part of the official kickoff? Set your compass for the live launch webinar, where we’ll reveal all the details, hints, and surprises to help you on your quest:👉 T