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We’re back with another game of This or That for this week’s Question of the Week. Tell us in the comments below: Reader or FeatureReader Coffee or Tea FME Lizard or Zipster Sweet or SaltyThanks for playing along! New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag ($50 value) and points toward badges! Answer our November Questions of the Week by Saturday, November 30 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.October WinnerCongratulations to our randomly selected winner who participated in October’s Question of the Weeks @_jacques_! You won a Safe swag prize pack.

Welcome to our November 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!User Spotlight: Hamish Kingsbury @hkingsbury What’s your name?Hamish KingsburyWhat company do you currently work for? LocusWhat’s your current job role and title? Senior FME and Integration SpecialistTell us more about what you do and how you use FME? I initially started using FME as an alternative to Ersi Model Builder, so I began with a lot of GIS and spatial data.As time progressed, I began to move more into the infrastructure and enterprise side of FME. I tend to use FME for a wide range of things, including simple and complex GIS, monitoring and management of other enterprise systems, and (non-spatial) data and system integration.One key thing I like to remember is that spatial data is just data, with a couple of extra fie

Hi FME Community, We’re excited to be in San Francisco on Monday, November 18 for the second instalment in our user meetup series: FME Breakfast of Champions.Only 10 spots left! Grab your free ticket here and join us at the Fairmont San Francisco from 8:00 am to 10:30 am on November 18.FME Breakfast of Champions is an opportunity to connect with other data enthusiasts, exchange knowledge, and hear directly from our CEO Don Murray on where FME and Safe are going!We’re also thrilled to have Carl Von Stetten join us to share a user story on his work as a GIS Analyst with Central San.Registration is complimentary and spots are limited. We kindly ask that you only register if you plan to attend. All industries welcome.1-1 Meetings with CEO Don MurrayWant more one-on-one time with Safe CEO Don Murray? Book a 30-minute meeting with him on November 18 between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm at the Fairmont.Limited spots available, first come first served. Book your time slot now.

Hi FME Community, In the spirit of Halloween, here’s our Question of the Week: share a photo of your favourite Halloween costume, whether it’s yours or your pet’s. We’d love to see the FME Lizard in costume too!New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag ($50 value) and points toward badges! Answer our October Questions of the Week by Friday, November 1 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Welcome to our second 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!User Spotlight: Joep Kuijvenhoven @joepk What’s your name?Joep KuijvenhovenWhat company do you currently work for? I work for Avineon-Tensing, a GIS consultancy based in Utrecht, the Netherlands.What’s your current job role and title? GIS ConsultantTell us more about what you do and how you use FME? As a GIS consultant, the purpose of my FME usage can vary. I am currently using FME to improve the data quality of two databases that describe the same road network. A large part of this workflow is automated, but another part involves preparing and processing input from an editorial team.Why did you join the FME Community?I grew up using many online forums, and I really enjoy the culture of online communities. This is what initially

Hi FME Community,We’re back with another question of the week! If you could only choose one hobby for the rest of your life, what would it be? Share in the comments below.New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag ($50 value) and points toward badges! Answer our October Questions of the Week by Thursday, October 31 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

The Safe Software team is gearing up for the 5th Annual Big Data & Analytics West Summit on November 19-20 in our home region, Vancouver, BC! This is our third year participating in Big Data West, this year as gold sponsors, and we look forward to celebrating the transformative power of data integration!Mark your calendars for our CEO & Co-Founder, Don Murray, as he presents with Carlos Silva of Vancouver Airport Authority, “Beyond Silos: Harnessing the Power of All Data” on November 19th at 11:30 AM (PST). Carlos and Don will delve into the data challenges of the present day and how embracing all types of data is the key to enhancing your organization’s efficiency!Our team looks forward to connecting with you at the conference!

Last Friday, we kicked off our FME Breakfast of Champions user meetup series in Dallas! Thanks to @bneal @danielwortham @laurenc @mshrestha @natalie.watkins @reedwhit and others for joining CEO @donatsafe, Technical Expert @dmitribagh, and Community Team Lead @danielleatsafe. We had so much fun connecting with all of you, and we hope you found the event as enjoyable and valuable as we did.Our next meetup is taking place November 18, 2024 at the Fairmont San Francisco. Additional dates and locations coming soon! Share in the comments where you’d like us to pop up next. 

Hi FME Community! First off, a big thanks to everyone who tagged users on last week’s Question of the Week shouting out other users that have helped you. It sure warmed our hearts reading the comments (and the Safers really appreciated the tags)! Feel free to hop in on the discussion here. In September, we kicked off our monthly Community User Spotlights. In the spotlights, we always ask users: If you were stranded on an island and could only bring three things with you, what would they be? Now we’re turning that question over to you! What three things are you bringing with you? Share in the comments below.New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag ($50 value) and points toward badges! Answer our October Questions of the Week by Thursday, O

Hi FME Community, We’re back with our Question of the Week: What do you want to learn or hear about at the Peak of Data Integration? The Peak of Data Integration is Safe Software’s user conference, taking place from May 6 to 8, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. Learn from the world's top data experts, upgrade your skillset, and get inspired to take your data to new heights with FME.Call for PresentationsDo you want a chance to share your story with FME users from all corners of the world? We want to hear from you!Whether it’s a top tip, how to, or an epic FME-based solution, there’s a place for you to present at the Peak of Data Integration 2025. There are openings for both 5-10 minute lightning sessions and full 25-minute presentations. Apply to present. Act fast, slots are filling up!New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekl

Hi FME Community!In the spirit of the upcoming Canadian Thanksgiving, this week’s Question of the Week is all about giving thanks.Tag a user (or a few users) in the comments below that you’d like to thank or shoutout! Maybe they’ve taught you something about FME, answered one of your questions, or just brightened up your day.New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag ($50 value) and points toward badges! Answer our October Questions of the Week by Thursday, October 31 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Hi FME Community, We’re excited to announce FME Breakfast of Champions: a new in-person meetup series to connect with other data enthusiasts, exchange knowledge, and see what's possible with FME.Join us at the first meetup in Dallas, Texas on Friday, October 18 from 8:00 am to 10:30 am CDT at Fairmont Dallas. Sign-up here. Here's what to expect:Breakfast and Networking: Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast as you connect with other data enthusiasts. FME Update and Customer Stories: Hear directly from our CEO and Co-Founder Don Murray on what's new in FME, including the latest updates and enhancements. Plus, you'll get a look into our Winner's Circle, featuring customer success stories. Share Knowledge: We'll close with additional time to connect with other attendees and Safe staff to share your data challenges and opportunities. Go home with goodies! Attendees can expect to take home some FME swag with them.Registration is complimentary and spots are limited. We kindly ask that you only

Hi FME Community!We’re excited to invite you to join us at The Peak of Data and AI 2025, Safe Software’s premier user conference in Seattle, Washington.The call for presentations is still open, but not for long and spots are filling up!This is your opportunity to share your FME story with a global audience of fellow FME enthusiasts, digital disruptors, and integration innovators.Why Present?Whether it’s a quick tip, a “how-to”, or an inspiring FME solution, we’d love to have you present at The Peak. As a speaker, you’ll get:Exclusive speaker rate of $890 USD (compared to the Super Early Bird rate of $950 USD) A special swag from Safe Software as a token of appreciationAct Fast - Slots Are Filling Up!The call for presentations is open, and slots are already starting to fill up quickly! Don’t miss your chance to shine on the stage and share your expertise with the FME community.Need inspiration? Check out the FME presentation gallery or explore our blog to spark ideas.Ready to Apply?Visi

Hi FME Community, We’re switching things up for this Question of Week and playing a game of this or that! Tell us in the comments below: Cake or pie Spiderman or batman Tester or TestFilterThanks for playing along! New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag and points toward badges! Answer our October Questions of the Week by Thursday, October 31 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Hi FME Community, We’re back with our Question of the Week: What’s your go-to source to find out about what’s going on in technology? Do you have a favourite podcast, newsletter, trade publication, or other resource?New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag and points toward badges! Answer our September Questions of the Week by Monday, September 30 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Hi FME Community, We’re excited to announce FME Breakfast of Champions: a new in-person meetup series to connect with other data enthusiasts, exchange knowledge, and see what's possible with FME.Join us at the second meetup in San Francisco, California on Monday, November 18 from 8:00 am to 10:30 am PST at Fairmont San Francisco. Sign-up here. Here's what to expect:Breakfast and Networking: Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast as you connect with other data enthusiasts. FME Update and Customer Stories: Hear directly from our team on what's new in FME, including the latest updates and enhancements. Plus, you'll get a look into our Winner's Circle, featuring customer success stories. Share Knowledge: We'll close with additional time to connect with other attendees and Safe staff to share your data challenges and opportunities. Go home with goodies! Attendees can expect to take home some FME swag with them.Registration is complimentary and spots are limited. We kindly ask that you only regi

Hi FME Community! We invite you to attend the Peak of Data and AI conference from May 6 to 8 2025. Next year, join us in Seattle, Washington. Learn from the world's top data experts, upgrade your skillset, and get inspired to take your data to new heights with FME - all at an unbeatable price! Registration is now live, and Super Early Bird Pricing is now in effect until November 29th.The first 200 registrants will also receive a complimentary Safe Software/FME hoodie! Let us know in the comments if we’ll see you there.

Welcome to our first 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!User Spotlight: David Reksten @david_r What company do you currently work for? INSER SA in Lausanne, the French-speaking part of Switzerland.What’s your current job role and title? Data integration consultant and lead GIS developer.Tell us more about what you do and how you use FME? I've been using FME since I started working as a consultant in 2007, at first for geometry validation using FME Form, and then later increasingly as an orchestration and data management platform with FME Flow as a key component. Today, most of my work involves integrating heterogeneous systems and datasets, through cloud services, APIs and good-old database ETL, all of which FME excels at. Our clients are a mix of public and private sector, with very d

Hi FME Community, Here’s our Question of the Week: What have you been reading lately that’s inspired you? FME-related or not, we’d love to hear about it! New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag and points toward badges! Answer our September Questions of the Week by Monday, September 30 at 5:00 pm PDT to be entered in this month’s draw.Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Hi FME Community, That’s a wrap on our August Photo Contest Questions of the Week! Thank you to everyone who participated. We loved seeing your photos! Our grand prize winners will be announced by Friday, September 6.Since September is ‘back to school,’ we thought it apt to theme this month’s Questions of the Week around FME education.This week’s question: What’s a new course you’d like to see in the FME Academy OR what’s your favourite course in the Academy? New to the Question of the Week? Every week, we’ll post a simple but thought-provoking question that could be about your FME journey, the power of spatial data, FME innovation, or the future of FME.Each weekly question you answer earns you an entry in our monthly draw for exclusive Safe swag and points toward badges! Answer your first question and you’ll get the Socializer (Ice Breaker) badge. Answer five questions and you’ll get the Socializer (Talker) badge.

Hi,Just a quick post to say that I’m sad that the Lizard and the robot are gone of the opening window for FME Form.I loved to see them in the roller coaster or in the balloon! Where are they? Are they dead? Hopefully they are travelling the world together and they will come back soon!  

Thank you to everyone who participated in our August Photo Contest! Each Tuesday in August, our Question of the Week was themed around photography - from sharing a photo of your workspace view to capturing your furry friends with Safe swag.Congratulations to our grand prize winners! 👏Community Choice Winner: @leon.bowers won Community Choice (the photo with the most upvotes at the contest’s end) for his photo sharing the view of where he works, ‘flexible work’ in Currumbin Alley, Gold Coast, Australia. You’ve won a DJI Action Camera ($300 USD value). Safe Software’s Choice: @marcust won Safe Software’s Choice (chosen by our Safe judging panel) for his photo sharing a real world FME project, spatial fire support for Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. You’ve won a DJI Action Camera ($300 USD value).Congratulations our weekly winners! Each week in August, we randomly selected two winners to win a $25 Amazon gift card: Week One: @jenniferadhall and @maddiegiles Week Two: @tnarladni an

This is week four of the August photo contest in the FME Community! If you missed week three, find it here.Congratulations to our randomly selected week three winners @morgan.cheneir and @gisbradokla. You’ve each won a $25 Amazon gift card.This week’s challenge: show us a photo of where you’re traveling to or where you’ve already traveled this summer.No summer travel plans? Share a photo of a past favourite trip. How the Contest WorksEach Tuesday in August, our Question of the Week will be themed around photography - from sharing a photo of your workspace view to capturing your furry friends with Safe swag! Answer the weekly question and share a photo in our Question of the Week Forum. Each question you answer with a photo earns you an entry for that week’s prize draw and our grand prizes!What You Can Win: Weekly wins: Two lucky winners will be randomly chosen each week (8 total) to win a $25 Amazon gift card  Community Choice: The photo with the most upvotes at the contest’s end will

Explore the world of spatial data with ‘Spatial Data for the Enterprise for Dummies - Safe Software Special Edition’! Our comprehensive guide is here to empower you with the knowledge and skills to effectively understand and deploy spatial data.Whether you’re looking to enhance data integration, master agile enterprise integration, or implement spatial data across your organization, this eBook has everything you need.In this eBook, you’ll learn how to:Enhance your competitive advantage Share spatial data across your organization Utilize real-time data Speed up data integrationVersions now available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and German. Download your free copy. 

This is week three of the August photo contest in the FME Community! If you missed week two, find it here.Congratulations to our randomly selected week two winners @tnarladni and @raghavendrans! You’ve each won a $25 Amazon gift card.This week’s challenge: show us a photo of your pet. Bonus points if they’re wearing FME swag! Post it in the comments below.Don’t have a pet? Show us a photo of wildlife in your area.How the Contest WorksEach Tuesday in August, our Question of the Week will be themed around photography - from sharing a photo of your workspace view to capturing your furry friends with Safe swag! Answer the weekly question and share a photo in our Question of the Week Forum. Each question you answer with a photo earns you an entry for that week’s prize draw and our grand prizes!What You Can Win: Weekly wins: Two lucky winners will be randomly chosen each week (8 total) to win a $25 Amazon gift card  Community Choice: The photo with the most upvotes at the contest’s end will