We are thrilled to announce the release of BoxLang 1.0.0-RC.3, marking a significant milestone in the development of our dynamic JVM language. This release brings a major performance boost and over 100 bug fixes and improvements, making it our most robust release to date. We are now entering the final stretch towards our full release on May 1st, and we need your help to ensure everything is in perfect shape. Please test your applications and report any issues.
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Nearshoring for ColdFusion: Is this a good option for you and your organization?

Many companies face significant challenges when outsourcing ColdFusion development. Issues such as time zone mismatches, communication barriers, and cultural misalignment often result in project delays, inefficient collaboration, and unexpected costs. However, Nearshoring presents a strategic alternative that connects companies with highly skilled ColdFusion developers operating within your time zone, ensuring real-time collaboration, faster issue res...
CommandBox 6.2.0 Released!

We are pleased to announce the release of CommandBox 6.2.0, a minor release in our CLI, Server, and Package Manager.
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You can download the latest version by using the upgrade command from the CLI for an in-place upgrade. It's also available on HomeBrew, and our download page:
https://www.ortussolutions.com/products/commandbox
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TestBox v6.3.0 Release

We are excited to announce the release of TestBox 6.3.0. This version emphasizes the all-new BoxLang Reporter, now with vibrant color outputs and seamless execution through BoxLang, improving the testing experience. To benefit from these improvements, update now and ensure your testing remains reliable and efficient.
BoxLang Virtual Machines Now on Azure – Power Your Applications with Ease

We’re excited to announce that BoxLang Virtual Machines (VMs) are now available on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace. With just a few clicks, you can now deploy pre-configured, high-performance BoxLang environments in the cloud — including the ability to run legacy and modern CFML applications using the powerful BoxLang CFML engine.
BoxLang is a modern, flexible, and scalable programming language for the JVM, purpose-bui...
The hidden costs of outdated ColdFusion Apps (And how to fix them)

Is Your ColdFusion System Quietly Costing You More Than You Think?
Many organizations continue to rely on ColdFusion systems that haven’t been updated in years. While these systems may still be running, they often come with hidden operational, financial, and security costs that can compound over time.
In this article, we’ll explore the true cost of maintaining legacy ColdFusion applications—and how teams can start reducing that burden through ...
ColdFusion Performance Troubleshooting: Fix slowdowns before they hurt your business

Is Your ColdFusion Application Slowing Down Your Business?
ColdFusion performance issues can cripple your business—causing slow load times, frustrated users, and lost revenue....
ContentBox v6.1 Released

In this release, we're thrilled to unveil a series of significant enhancements and upgrades to ContentBox designed to elevate your experience and considerably improve system performance. Our team has focused on integrating the latest CommandBox migrations and ColdBox Core, which ensures that the core system continues to operate with maximum efficiency and stability. This upgrade is part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a cutting-edge platform that meets the evolving needs of our users.
Introducing BoxLang Gen AI: A Unified API for Large Language Models

We are thrilled to introduce BoxLang Gen AI, a powerful and intuitive module that brings seamless AI generation capabilities to your BoxLang applications. With a fluent, functional API, this module allows developers to interact with multiple AI providers in a consistent and abstracted manner.