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We have really kicked into gear with this release, tackling a whopping 26 tickets and delivering some of our most aggressive features to date. This update signifies a significant leap forward towards a stable release in the Fall. Thank you for your continued support and stay tuned for more exciting developments!

What is BoxLang?

BoxLang is a modern dynamic JVM language that can be deployed on multiple runtimes: operating system (Windows/Mac/*nix/Embedded), web server, lambda, iOS, android, web assembly, and more. BoxLang combines many features from different progr

Did you miss our exciting live event on BoxLang Runtimes? No worries! We’ve got you covered with a full recap video now available on our YouTube channel and CFCast training platform. In this insightful session, hosted by the web development leader Charlie Arehart, we explored the future of development with BoxLang—a revolutionary new application server designed to optimize and transform your ColdFusion applications.

Join us for the third round of our popular "ColdBox From Zero To Hero" workshop! Whether you're new to ColdBox or looking to sharpen your skills, this 2-day intensive workshop will guide you through the latest version of the most popular CFML MVC framework, ColdBox 7.

We’re thrilled to introduce auto-casting for Java functional interfaces to BoxLang functions. What does that mean? Simply put, you can now take a functional interface from Java and seamlessly use it as a BoxLang function.This makes it easier to integrate Java’s robust functional programming capabilities directly into your BoxLang code.

CommandBox has become a game-changer for many developers in the world of CFML and ColdFusion development. But, surprisingly, there are still developers who haven’t embraced this powerful tool yet. If you’re one of them—or even if you’re just curious about what CommandBox can do for you—here are the top 10 reasons why you should start using CommandBox today!

Caching is a powerful technique to boost the performance of your REST API. By reducing server load and speeding up response times, caching enhances the efficiency and scalability of your API. ColdBox offers advanced caching capabilities to optimize your API's performance.

We are pleased to announce the release of BoxLang 1.0.0-Beta 10! BoxLang Betas are released weekly. This is our tenth marker and we are incredibly excited to bring you a very big release. This gives us a huge push forwards towards compatibility with other engines and many more new features we have always wanted in our language. Enjoy!

What is BoxLang?

BoxLang is a modern dynamic JVM language that can be deployed on multiple runtimes: operating system (Windows/Mac/*nix/Embedded), web server, lambda, iOS, android, web assembly, and more. BoxLang combines many features from different progr

Contribute to Shape a Dynamic Future for Modern Developers! We’re excited to invite you to share your knowledge and insights at Into the Box 2025: The Future is Dynamic for Modern Web Developers!Contribute to Shape a Dynamic Future for Modern Developers! We’re excited to invite you to share your knowledge and insights at Into the Box 2025: The Future is Dynamic for Modern Web Developers!

What is Expert ColdFusion Support and Mentoring?

Expert support refers to professional assistance from seasoned ColdFusion and CFML developers who can quickly resolve issues, offer best practices, and provide tailored solutions. Mentoring involves experienced developers guiding less experienced team members, enhancing their skills, knowledge, and confidence through direct feedback and hands-on learning.

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Routing is a crucial aspect of building REST APIs. It defines how your application responds to different HTTP requests and ensures that each endpoint is handled correctly. Effective routing allows you to manage how data is accessed, manipulated, and presented, making it an essential skill for developers working with RESTful services.