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5 Signs It’s Time to Modernize Your ColdFusion / CFML Application

Cristobal Escobar |  November 19, 2024

ColdFusion has long been a reliable platform for building web applications, but like any technology, it requires maintenance and modernization over time. Whether you're using Lucee or Adobe ColdFusion, it’s critical to recognize the signs that your application is no longer meeting today’s standards in performance, security, and scalability. Let’s explore five clear indicators that it’s time to modernize your ColdFusion application and how ColdFusion consulting can help breathe new life into y...

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ColdBox Free Tip 5 - Building Named Routes with a Struct

Maria Jose Herrera |  November 19, 2024

**Did you know ColdBox provides flexible ways to build routes using structs?** In this tip, we’ll cover how to use the `event.buildLink()` and `event.route()` methods for named routes, a feature that’s especially handy when working with dynamic URLs.

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BoxLang 1.0.0 Beta 22 Launched

Jon Clausen |  November 15, 2024

The BoxLang 1.0.0-Beta22 release includes several improvements, bug fixes, new features, and stories. Key improvements include enhanced redirection for the Miniserver, better transactional event broadcasting, and added convenience methods like getRequestContext() and getApplicationContext(). Bug fixes address issues such as JSON deserialization, whitespace management, and various errors related to data types and loops. New features include support for multiple statements inside queries and a new datasourceRegister() BIF for easier SaaS integrations.

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Is Cloud the Answer for Your ColdFusion Dilemma?

Cristobal Escobar |  November 13, 2024

Feeling the limits of an on-premise ColdFusion setup?

Many businesses face high costs, limited scalability, and performance bottlenecks, leaving them wondering if the cloud could be the answer.

In our FREE whitepaper, "Is Cloud the Answer for Your ColdFusion Dilemma?", we explore:

  • Benefits of Migrating to the Cloud: From cost savings to increased flexibility, find out what a cloud-based ColdFusion setup can do.
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Mastering Events and Listeners in CBWIRE

Grant Copley |  November 11, 2024

In CBWIRE, events and listeners are the backbone of building responsive, modular applications without relying heavily on JavaScript. This guide walks you through setting up and using CBWIRE events to create seamless interactions between components, from dispatching events in CFML and frontend templates to listening with Alpine.js and JavaScript. Learn how to make your applications feel dynamic and engaging by effortlessly connecting components. Whether you’re triggering events to update a dashboard or targeting specific parts of your app with dispatchTo, these techniques will empower you to create a modern, interactive CFML experience with ease.

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10 Key Benefits of Hiring a Specialized ColdFusion Consulting Team

Cristobal Escobar |  November 08, 2024

ColdFusion remains a powerful and versatile platform for building dynamic web applications. However, keeping your ColdFusion environment optimized, secure, and scalable requires specialized expertise. Whether managing a long-standing ColdFusion application or planning new development projects, hiring a dedicated ColdFusion consulting and support team can be a game-changer for CTOs, CIOs, and developers. Here's why:

1. Expert Guidance on ColdFusion Web Development

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How Usability and Visual Appeal Drive User Engagement (UX/UI)?

Cristobal Escobar |  November 06, 2024

By Jonathan Lainez

Introduction

In today’s digital landscape, where users are inundated with countless options, the design of a product plays a pivotal role in capturing attention and fostering engagement. A well-crafted design does more than just look good; it enhances functionality, streamlines user interactions, and ultimately influences the success of a product. This blog post will delve into the crucial elements of usability and visual appeal, explo...

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CommandBox 6.1.0 Released!

Brad Wood |  November 05, 2024

We are pleased to announce the release of CommandBox 6.1.0, the latest release of our CLI, REPL, and Server, and Package Manager.  This is a minor update to our last release.  It has a handful of new features, and bug fixes, as well as better out-of-the-box support for BoxLang, our new CFML-compatible JVM language.

If you're still on CommandBox 5.x, please check out our

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Cristobal Escobar |  November 04, 2024

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BoxLang Newsletter: October 2024

Maria Jose Herrera |  November 04, 2024

Welcome to the October edition of the BoxLang Newsletter! **This month has been packed with exciting updates, new features, and enhancements that continue to shape BoxLang into a robust and versatile programming language. In this edition, we highlight the latest beta releases, new integrations, and key features that have been introduced.

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