August was a month of significant progress for Ortus Solutions and BoxLang. From major releases to educational resources and international events, here are the highlights from the month
Key Releases
-
BoxLang v1.4.0: Our Biggest Release Yet!
On August 2, BoxLang v1.4.0 was released, a major update featuring performance improvements, new features, and hundreds of bug fixes. This version introduced interchangeable compilers, language size optimizations, and support for source-less deployments.
-
Significant updates were announced for TestBox, the testing framework for CFML and BoxLang. Version 7.x includes native BoxLang support, serverless execution, smoother IDE integration, async testing support, code coverage, and an improved user experience.
-
State of CommandBox & Coming Next!
The latest CommandBox updates streamline development, testing, and deployment for BoxLang and CFML, introducing WebSocket support, Jakarta Servlet compatibility, and server warmup features, while upcoming full BoxLang integration and PRO tools promise faster, more efficient workflows.
Resources & Tutorials
-
Deploying BoxLang in the Cloud Video Series
A step-by-step video series was released showing how to deploy BoxLang servers on AWS, Azure, and GCP. This series was designed for developers and DevOps engineers seeking efficient, modern cloud deployments.
-
CBWire Video Tutorial #1: “CBWire + BoxLang: Build Faster, Reactive UIs”
In this video, Grant Copley walk you through the latest updates and the seamless integration that lets you build and supercharge reactive UIs directly from your BoxLang apps. Discover how CBWire brings real-time interactivity and streamlined development, without the front-end overhead.
-
CBWire Video Tutorial #2: “CBWire + BoxLang: wire:transition”
In CBWIRE, wire:transition is built-in, making smooth UI updates effortless for developers and teams. Dynamic data updates, live validation, mobile-responsive layouts, and more. Let’s dive into wire:transition in this quick demo!
-
CBWire Video Tutorial #3: “CBWIRE + Boxlang: wire:navigate”
In this tutorial, we’ll dive into wire:navigate with CBWIRE + BoxLang—a powerful feature that makes navigation between components smooth, reactive, and effortless.
-
ColdBox Free Tip 1: Environment Variables in the Config
The first tip in the "102 ColdBox Tips and Tricks" series showed how to access environment variables easily from your ColdBox configuration files.
-
ColdBox Free Tip 2: Fluent IF Statements using the
when()MethodThis free ColdBox tip introduces the
when()method, a fluent way to write cleaner and more expressive conditional logic in your applications. Instead of relying on traditionalif/elsechains,when()provides a concise, readable alternative that enhances code clarity and maintainability. Perfect for developers looking to simplify branching logic while keeping their ColdBox codebase elegant and modern.
Events on August
-
On August 22, Luis Majano presented BoxLang: A New Dynamic JVM Language to the Japan Java User Group (JJUG) in Tokyo, marking a milestone in BoxLang’s global expansion.
-
Leveling Up Your Async Game with BoxLang
A webinar focused on BoxLang’s asynchronous programming features including futures, executors, schedulers, and virtual threads. Developers learned how to build scalable, non-blocking applications using runAsync(), BoxFuture, and scheduled tasks.
Tools & Updates
-
BoxLang Pioneer License Launched
The BoxLang Pioneer License was introduced, designed to reduce licensing costs by 40% while providing professional support.
Community & Insights
-
BoxLang: The Team Behind the Revolution
An inside look at the passionate team driving the BoxLang movement. This article highlighted the developers, architects, and community members collaborating to build the future of modern, dynamic JVM development.
Upcoming Events
-
Early registration opened for Into the Box 2026, themed Modernization in Motion: Building a Dynamic Future. The conference will take place from April 29 to May 1, 2026, in Washington, DC. The call for speakers remains open until November 15, 2025.
-
Into the Box 2026 Call for Speakers
The Call for Speakers for Into the Box 2026 was announced. The event will take place from April 29 to May 1, 2026, in Washington, DC. Speaker proposals were open until November 15, 2025.
-
Workshop: Building Reactive UIs with CBWire
Join Grant Copley and Luis Majano for a hands-on workshop, where you'll build a modern web application from scratch using CFML and the ColdBox module CBWire. Only 5 tickets are still available, so act fast! The workshop will take place on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM at Bottega Exchange in Las Vegas, NV.
-
Free Webinar: Build an App in BoxLang | Part II
Join Raymond Camden for the second part of this hands-on series, where you'll continue building a modern web application using BoxLang. Only a few spots remain, so secure your place today! The session will take place on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM PDT.
Join the Ortus Community
Be part of the movement shaping the future of web development. Stay connected and receive the latest updates on**, product launches, tool updates, promo services and much more.**
Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive content.
Follow Us on Social media and don’t miss any news and updates:
Add Your Comment