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Hi,Is anyone else having issues with Form not starting after the recent Windows update? A repair did not help, and even a fresh installation of version 2025.2.3 will not start.

lets say I have a set of coordinates x1,y1 and x2,y2 how can i create a dwg with dimensions between these coordinates?if possible a step by step guide with the transformers/writers required for this.  

Working in FME Workbench v.2024.2I am working on a process that validates my metadata format and converts it if needed, then exports the final format to xml for backup. We are trying to ensure all of our metadata is in ISO 19139, but we know some feature classes are FGDC CSDGM Metadata. We would like to use FME to convert the format and then update/write to the existing feature class's metadata in our enterprise geodatabase with it. Secondly, we want to also create a backup of the xml file which will be saved to a local folder. I have done this using an "Attribute File Writer" and only writing the geodb_metadata_string to a .xml file, however, when trying to reimport it into ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro I receive a "Failed to import metadata" alert. Comparing it an export directly from ArcGIS it is clear they differ. It seems like FME is converting it to their own format when reading it in.Any suggestions on either of these processes would be appreciated, thanks!

We’d love to invite you to share your experience on G2!G2 is a trusted software review platform, helping millions of users make confident software decisions through verified peer reviews.Your voice can make a meaningful difference! 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

Hello all,I would like to automatically record different Output Port names ​​into one new attribute. So in the newly generated output file there is al column with the name of the Output Port and a column with the value from the TestFilter.Desired outcomeI know it is possible to do it by hand, place a AttributeCreater behind every port and fill in the Output Port name. But I have a large number of TestFilters, and to avoid errors and keep things organized, I would like to do it automatically with one AttributeCreator/AttributeManager.If the AttributeCreator/AttributeManager is not the correct transformer, or I need two other transformers that do the job, that would already make a big difference to me.  

It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Mark Ireland.Mark has been a cornerstone at Safe for 23 years. From his very first day, he stepped into the role of FME Evangelist. A role he invented. He ran with it and turned it into something far greater than a job title. We learned early on that the best way to "manage" Mark was simply to let him be Mark and watch him create magic. We gave him the space to blaze his own trail, and watching him work within that freedom was nothing short of magic and brought many smiles to all of our faces and to the faces of our customers.Mark’s ingenuity was unmatched. Whether he was crafting the "12 Days of FME," leading a webinar with his trademark wit, or solving a complex puzzle for a user, he did it with a spirit of joy that defined our culture. He proved that you can drive incredible success and growth by simply being kind, being creative, and putting people

Hello and Happy New Year! 👋There’s no single way to use FME — and everyone has a transformer they feel comfortable with in their own way. Whether it’s a longtime favourite or something newer you’ve been experimenting with, your go-to transformer is all part of your FME journey. This week’s Question of the Week:💭 Which transformer do you think you’re strongest with?🏅 🤔It might be a transformer you keep going back to, a new one you’re exploring, or something you’ve been enjoying learning lately. Share your answer in the comments — and feel free to tell us why and how you like to use it!💡 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

Greetings everyone,I have a large number of 2D polygons for which I want to determine the Z value. I also have a DTM (digital terrain model).Now I have observed the following: If I take only one polygon and, using the FeatureReader, read in only exactly those triangles of the DTM that are touched by the polygon in 2D, and then determine the Z values of the polygon using the SurfaceDraper (always carrying forward only z_max and using that as the Z value via the 3D_Forcer), I get different Z values than when I first create a buffer around the polygon and then pass the buffer to the FeatureReader and include the triangles around the polygon in the SurfaceDraper.The triangles from the DTM do not touch each other.There are deviations of several meters, depending on how strongly the terrain height varies around the polygon.It seems as if the SurfaceDraper somehow takes the surrounding terrain into account, even if it does not touch the polygon.It

Happy New Year! Welcome to our January 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: David Runneals / ​@runneals What company do you currently work for?Cultivate GeospatialWhat’s your current job role and title?Sr. GIS ArchitectTell us more about what you do and how you use FME?I use FME to get work done faster. From creating rapid prototypes that can be instantaneously deployed in production to automating data pipelines to helping write python that bulk assigns aliases to fields in SDE, there's not much that I haven't done with FME Form

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

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Welcome to our May FME Community User Spotlight! Every month, we’ll be spotlighting a user in the community whose active participation and helpful contributions have been invaluable to the community. We’re excited to highlight their experiences and insights!This month’s spotlight is an FME Community Celebrity… User Spotlight: Takashi Iijima ​@takashi What company do you currently work for? I am a freelancer, not belonging to any company.What’s your current job role and title? FME ConsultantTell us more about what you do and how you use FME? I've

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

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

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

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.