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1 MIN READ đ Hello Qrew! Weâre back with the August edition of Certification Wins, where we proudly spotlight the amazing individuals in our community whoâve earned Quickbase Certifications during July! đ Each certification is a reflection of your effort, curiosity, and commitment to building smarter. Whether youâre just starting or mastering advanced skills, this space celebrates YOU. đ đ Certified In Julyđ RachelBoswellâ OlabisiTineâ dhermesâ AnthonieJacksonâ SourabhSharmaâ WesMcAdaâ RussellBranhamâ KevinMontgomeryâ dhermesâ WesMcAdaâ Each name above represents hours of learning, practice, and persistence. Congratulations to all our achievers! đ Featured Shoutout đ đ This monthâs spotlight has landed on AnthonieJacksonâ đ A $25 gift card is heading your way â congrats! đŁ Join the Celebration Want to see your name here next month? Start your certification journey today via Quickbase University and showcase your expertise to the entire Qrew. Quickbase Certification Central Read about Certifications here! Until next time! Bhavani Ramana Certification Specialist, QuickbaseNew charts have arrived!
3 MIN READ Quickbase helps you unite scattered information into one place, giving you complete visibility across your workflows. That means faster, more informed decisions. Visualizing your data with charts supports that decision-making, telling the story of where youâre winning and where you need to focus your attention to stay on track. Historically, Quickbase has offered thirteen chart types, including bar, pie, and gauge. Generally available to all customers now, weâre adding 15 new types of charts to help you tell even better stories with your data, and show off the great work your team is doing. Heatmap A heatmap is an effective way to visualize patterns and trends across large data sets. It uses color intensity to represent value, making it easy to identify spikes, clusters, or outliers at a glance. For example, when tracking safety incidents across multiple sites, darker shades can quickly highlight areas that require attention, enabling faster and more informed decisions. Radial bar You can give your bar chart a circular twist. Itâs a great way to compare values when you want a more visual impact. Letâs say youâre tracking task completion rates - each radial bar segment can represent a task category, making the whole chart look like a performance wheel thatâs both functional and eye-catching. Variwide bar If you need to show both value and impact in a single view, you can use a variwide bar chart. It adjusts both the height and width of columns based on your data values. Imagine you're comparing change orders (height) by project and also want to emphasize the length of delay associated with each change order (width). Variwide bar charts help you capture both dimensions at once. Spline If you want to show trends with a smooth, flowing line, use a spline chart. Unlike a basic line chart, a spline adds curvature between data points, making it easier to spot gradual changes. For example, you might track labor hours used over time. A spline chart can help you visualize subtle dips and peaks across the year without harsh angles, helping stakeholders focus on overall movement. Area spline To show both trend and magnitude over time, use an area spline chart. Itâs like a spline chart but with the area beneath the line filled in, giving more weight to the volume of data. Say you're tracking labor hours by category - an area spline can help you see how categories shift in volume while still emphasizing their overall trajectory. Streamgraph If you need to show how data flows over time across multiple categories, try a streamgraph. Itâs perfect for visualizing stacked values with movement - like tracking how material costs shift across different categories over the course of a construction project, or how production output varies by assembly line throughout a manufacturing cycle. Donut Donuts show proportions just like pie charts, but with a open center for a modern look. For example, if youâre tracking revenue by region, a donut chart quickly reveals which region contributes the most. Bullet When comparing performance against a target, you can choose a bullet chart. Itâs a clean, space-saving alternative to gauges or bar charts. For example, you could show actual sales next to your goal and a qualitative range - e.g. poor, average, or excellent performance. 3D charts Looking to add depth to your data? 3D charts provide a visually engaging way to present standard charts like bars, pies, and funnels. While the data stays the same, the added perspective can help you tell a more dynamic story. Available 3D charts include: 3D bar 3D stacked bar 3D area 3D pie 3D donut 3D funnel 3D scatterSeptember Release Enablement
2 MIN READ Life comes at you quick. Releases come at you quicker. Welcome to the September 2025 Release Enablement here at Quickbase As you might have heard, our new Release Notes App is going to keep you informed, but you are a busy person, doing busy person things. May I suggest taking a listen over at my release enablement to get a quick, informative, and often comical breakdown of what has changed this month in our humble Base of Quicks. In under 5 minutes you can listen to my soothing baritone* walk you through the recent changes. Highlights include: AI-Powered Help Right in Tech Support Quickbase AI has officially joined the support squad. When you access the technical support portal, youâll now see AI help suggesting articles and troubleshooting tips. Donât worryâour friendly, knowledgeable flesh and blood human support team isnât going anywhere and are still here to work on your cases. 15 new chart and reports to use Donuts, Bullets, Heatmaps and so much more! Performance increases for both formula queries and apps being read into memory These are the types of things that can pay off big in larger apps. Pipelines Channel Accounts update Lets you manage all the external accounts your pipelines are using. Also shows the all the pipelines that an account is tied to. You can now also add account alias to better keep track of your accounts. All this and much much more, so please consider checking out our Release Notes App if you want all the details, but if a quick summary is what you need, you can listen to my break down right here:Monday Qrew Update
1 MIN READ Hi Qrew! No virtual events this week, but we do have some exciting in-person meetups and activities you can look forward to this week: Boston Qrew Meetup Wednesday, September 17, 4:00â6:00pm EDT @ MIT â Feature overview with Alice Rich, Sr. Manager â Product Management. Join the Boston area Qrew, share your workflows, and connect with local app builders. Philadelphia Qrew Meetup Thursday, September 18, 3:00â5:00pm EDT @ One Penn Center â Join launch of the Philly Qrew! Weâll be hosting a product roadmap deep dive with Quickbase experts, networking, and sharing pro tips. Registration for EmpowerPro 2025 Oct 7â8 (virtual) is open! Save your spot to attend this fall event. In-person Qrew Golden Ticket Raffle: Attend an in-person Qrew meetup (Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, or Portland) for a chance to win free Empower 2026 registration! Check out the events page for more current event details. What's ahead for rest of September: Portland in-person Qrew Meetup (9/24) Atlanta in-person Qrew Meetup (9/25, Topgolf Midtown) Pipelines virtual Qrew Meetup (9/24 at 12pm EDT). Looking forward to sharing photos from our in-person Qrew meetups from this week! I hope you can attend! If you are someone you know would like to start a local in-person Qrew group in your area, please reach out. We'd love to talk about it!Esther's Monday Email!
1 MIN READ Hello Qrew! This month, we will be hosting four in-person Qrew meetups and two virtual Qrew meetups. Hereâs what the Qrew has coming up for the week of September 8th, 2025: App Builder Qrew Tuesday 9/9/25 @ 12pm EDT Sam Lange [aka SamLange1â] Director of Innovations at ISTA Solutions, will be sharing dashboard design tips and examples that will make you want to update the dashboard experience for yourself and end-users. All week: daily @ 1pm EDT Quickbase Office Hours with Sam Sign up here M/W/F @ 2pm EDT FastField Office Hours Drop in anytime with questions. Visit the events page to register. Looking ahead! Boston Qrew and Philadelphia Qrew Meetups are both happening the following weekâcatch up with local peers, and donât miss your shot at the golden ticket raffle to attend Empower 2026 for free! Find the sign up here EmpowerPro 2025 October 7th and 8th registration is live! Sign up and save the date on your calendar! Hope to see lots of you at these sessions â letâs keep learning together!September Qrew Events!
2 MIN READ Hello Qrew! September 2025 is jam packed with many Qrew events and opportunities to win a golden ticket! Hereâs what we have scheduled for this month: September In-Person Qrew Meetups Boston Qrew September 17, 2025, 4:00â6:00 pm EDT @ Mintz Headquarters Join Alice Rich, Sr. Manager â Product Management, for a Grid Edit feature overview and share what youâre working with the Boston Qrew. Philadelphia Qrew September 18, 2025, 3:00â5:00 pm EDT @ One Penn Center for a product roadmap discussion and deep dive with a Quickbase expert, and share use cases and pro tips to help expand your Philadelphia Quickbase network. Portland Qrew September 24, 2025, 3:00â4:00 pm PDT @ Harder Mechanical Contractors Visit the Portland Qrew group page for more details and link to sign up. Atlanta Qrew @ Topgolf Midtown September 25, 2025, 4:00â8:00 pm EDT Kickoff the Atlanta Qrew with a round of golf and discuss what topics youâd like the local Qrew group to cover in future meetups. September Virtual Qrew Events App Builder Qrew September 9, 2025, 12:00â1:00 pm EDT Sam Lange, Director of Innovations at ISTA Solutions, will be sharing dashboard design tips and examples that will make you want to update the dashboard experience for yourself and end-users. Pipelines Qrew September 24, 2025, 12:00â1:00 pm EDT Join Rob Mersereau, Sr. Technical Consultant, for a live demoâŻon automating eventâŻtracking by integratingâŻGoogle CalendarâŻwith Quickbase Pipelines to saveâŻtime and boostâŻefficiency. Looking Ahead into October: EmpowerPro 2025 & Product Talks Donât miss EmpowerPro 2025 coming in OctoberâA free virtual event for all customers to discover new feature innovations, learn new skills from subject matter experts, and network with other customers. Two weeks after EmpowerPro, the Qrew will be hosting an EmpowerPro Product Talks series with our product team that will include feature updates and Q&A sessions. Next steps: Click the links to Register for Qrew Meetups and EmpowerPro 2025 Visit the Quickbase Events page and the EmpowerPro 2025 page for all details and to register. Get connected with the Qrew and go for that golden ticket at your in-person Qrew meetup!Support Is Getting Smarter
2 MIN READ Weâre excited to announce an upgrade to your support experience. Starting September 3rd, our Technical Support Portal will feature a new, AIâpowered Help Bot to get you answers faster than ever. This change is part of our ongoing effort to make it easier for you to find solutions, connect with experts, and maximize the value of Quickbase. Whatâs Changing Weâre adding the native Quickbase AI widget to the Customer Portal. This new feature can help you resolve issues more quickly by suggesting relevant articles and providing answers in a single, seamless experience. What Stays the Same Youâll continue using your existing credentials. Our Technical Support team is still available to assist you. The AI Help Bot is an addition, not a replacement. You can still submit cases and interact with support engineers as before. Before & After Current Experience: New Experience: Why Weâre Making This Change Get immediate answers to common questions. Resolve simple issues without waiting in a queue. Have your case routed more accurately when you do need to speak to a support engineer. Getting Started On September 3rd, visit the new portal by simply clicking the question mark Icon in the product and selecting "Open a New" or "Manage Support Cases." Once in the portal, youâll notice the AI Help Bot ready to help you with your inquiries. Simply type your question, and it will guide you! We Want Your Feedback! Your input will help us refine and improve this experience. After youâve tried the new portal and AI Help Bot, please share your thoughts via the inâportal feedback link or here in the Community.EmpowerPro is Coming... Register Today!
2 MIN READ A Virtual Event for Quickbase Builders! Calling all Quickbase Qrew members! EmpowerPro is backâand this yearâs virtual event is bigger and better than ever. Join us on October 7th and 8th for two full days of exclusive training, feature deep dives, and direct access to our product team. Iâll be there, and I hope to see all our passionate Qrew members in attendance as well! Whether youâre a seasoned Quickbase pro or just getting started, EmpowerPro is your chance to sharpen your skills, connect with fellow builders, and explore whatâs next for Quickbase and FastField. We'll even sprinkle in a little fun announcement at the end about Empower in the spring! Whatâs On The Agenda? This EmpowerPro is packed with exciting opportunities to learn via: New Feature Spotlights: Get hands-on with AI Spreadsheet Import, Grid Reports, and Quick Insights. These are features I've been hearing a ton of buzz in our meetups and on Discord. Live Training Sessions: Level up your Quickbase expertise with practical, instructor-led learning. Q&A with Product Managers: Ask your burning questions directly to the team building the tools you love. See what's new with FastField! New ways to make connecting in the field and back office work easier than ever. Keep the Conversation Going: Qrew Meetups! The excitement doesnât stop when EmpowerPro ends! Two weeks after the event, EstherLaVielleâ and I will be hosting three special Qrew meetups designed to: Bring builders and Product Managers together Share early success stories and lessons learned Dive deeper into how youâre adopting AI Spreadsheet Import, Grid Reports, and Quick Insights These meetups are the perfect way to connect with your peers, share feedback, and get even more out of the new features. Try out these new features and bring your feedback to the October Qrew meetups! Why You Should Attend EmpowerPro isnât just another virtual event. Itâs a hub for innovation, inspiration, and a chance to bring together our incredible community, The Qrew. It's going to sound biased when I say it but The Qrew is the best community in the world. Maybe better. EmpowerPro is the biggest virtual event of the year where we see this truth come to life. By attending EmpowerPro, youâll walk away with actionable skills, insider knowledge, and connections to help you make an even bigger impact in your organization. And the best part? Itâs free and itâs online, so you can join from anywhere. Reserve Your Spot Today Registration is now open! Seriously, what are you waiting for? Stop reading and click the link below! Secure your spot and get ready for two days of learning, networking, and Quickbase inspiration. And then do yourself a favor and block that calendar. Youâre attending EmpowerPro! Iâm pumped for this, and I hope you are too. This is going to be a great two days diving deep into Quickbase and FastField! I hope youâre equally pumpedâsee you there!Your Aug 25 Qrew Update
1 MIN READ Happy Monday, Qrew! Here are this weekâs upcoming eventsâ donât miss your chance to connect, learn, and innovate together. â Meetup with the Qrew â Tuesday, Aug 26th @ 12-1pm EDT Michael Wilhoytâ will show how he built and launched a Transportation Management System app for logistics. đ Pipelines Qrew Meetup đ Wednesday, Aug 27th @ 12-1pm EDT KristaSiberyâ will demo PowerBI integration ~ AND ~ WesMcAdaâ will present bulk trigger pipeline use cases. đš Portland Qrew Meetup đš Wednesday, Aug 27th @ 3-4pm PDT (6-7pm EDT) Join the Portland area Qrew for an in-person meetup at Harder Mechanical Contractors and on MS Teams to cover DocGen lessons learned, progress on Pipelines and Notification setup, performance improvements, and a preview of Grid Reports for those not in the beta. (Instructions for joining remotely are on the Qrew Group page) Remember: You can always check the events page for last-minute updates and more detail. Don't Forget! Sam Trachyâs Office Hour M-F @ 1pm ET FastField Office Hours M,W,F @ 2pm ET Quickbase University The Qrew Discussions Page Customer-led Quickbase DiscordRelease Notes Are Getting a New Home
3 MIN READ As part of our ongoing fit & finish focusâmaking the Quickbase experience smoother, clearer, and more consistentâweâre giving Release Notes a fresh home in a dedicated Quickbase app. This isnât just a new location; itâs a better way to discover whatâs new, track what matters to you, and plan ahead with confidence. Starting this fall, Release Notes will be faster to scan, easier to search, and more useful for your day-to-day work. Timeline September 9: Weâll publish Release Notes in both places (our help center and the new Quickbase app). October 7: Release Notes will be available only in the Quickbase app. Weâll share the direct link in your monthly email and in-product, and you can bookmark it for quick access. Why weâre making this change Todayâs Release Notes live in our help center and can be tough to navigate and search across. That makes it harder for customers to find what matters to them and for our teams to keep everything consistent and up to date. A purpose-built app lets us fix that by centralizing content and making it more discoverable. What youâll get in the new Release Notes app Powerful search & filters â Find updates by product area, plan, or feature types; sort and group across multiple releases. Clear, scannable layout â Short summaries with optional detail when you need it. âComing soonâ visibility â See a sneak peek of important changes on the horizon, including expected timing so you can plan ahead. Email that matches your pace â Keep the monthly summary. Prefer more frequent updates? Opt in to more frequent notifications. History at your fingertips â Older release notes hosted in our help center will be linked for continuity. Impact defects prioritization â Declare interest in specific defects and get notified when they are resolved. Service status connections â Where applicable, updates will link to related posts on our Service/Status page. An example screenshot (subject to change): Whatâs not changing Youâll still get a monthly Release Notes emailâweâre just making it more useful and pointing you to the app as the single source of truth. The product continues to improve at the same pace; youâll simply have a better way to discover, track, and engage with those changes. Key dates & how to prepare NowâSept 9: Keep using Release Notes in the help center. Sept 9âOct 7: Release Notes will appear in both places while we transition. Weâll include a link to the new app so you can explore it early. Oct 7 onward: Release Notes will be available exclusively in the Quickbase app. Thanks for being part of the Quickbase community. We canât wait for you to try the new Release Notes experienceâbuilt to make finding the updates that matter simple, fast, and transparent. FAQs Q: Where do I find the new Release Notes app? A: Weâll include the link in the monthly email and in-product. Save it as a bookmark for quick access. Q: Will old notes still be available? A: Yesâprevious release notes will be linked from the app so you can reference historical changes. Q: Can I keep monthly emails only? A: Absolutely. Monthly remains the default. You can opt in to weekly or daily notifications if you want more frequent updates. Q: How do I share feedback? A: The new app will have a dedicated feedback form.
