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Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/GW2E_CVquIo?feature=shareHosts:- Eric Peterson - Senior Developer at Ortus Solutions- Grant Copley - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsProduct Updates- qb 13 and Quick 12 released - Lots of important bug fixes - Added some testing helpers straight into qb - `expectToHaveCount` - `expectNotToHaveCount` - `expectToExist` - `expectNotToExist`SPONSOR — ORTUS SOLUTIONSOrtus TrainingGet trained by the actual makers of BoxLang, the ColdBox Platform, CommandBox, and TestBox. We offer on-site training, regional training seminars and virtual live training as well. We have several professional training courses from where to choose from and we can also cater to a-la-carte trainings as well.Benefits of On-Site Training- Save on attendee travel and time expenses- Have more time for questions and specific content- Focus on topics that matter to your company- Define the pace of the course according to your needs- Get discounts on attendee fees according to your attendance- You choose the locationVisit https://www.ortussolutions.com/services/training to get a quote todayBoxLang Updates and FeaturesBoxLang v1.3.0- Enhanced Zip Compression Control- Pretty JSON Serialization- Introducing `xNone()` Functions- Revolutionary Query Concurrency- Intelligent Caching Upgrades- HTTP Response Compression- Binary Integrity Verification- Enhanced Command Line Tools help- Critical Bug Fixes- CFML Compatibility EnhancementsBVM v1.14- Project-specific version management with `.bvmrc`- Enhanced Snapshot Development- Self-Maintenance and UpdatesBoxLang AI v1.2- Claude Support- New Tooling APIs- Smarter Message Handling- Easier Debugging- New Event: `onAIResponse`- Looking ahead - More tooling support - More providers - Chat streaming…BoxLang FAQsJava Integration- import Java classes- Star imports- Alias importsCFML Updates- Struct Keys That Contain Dots "Just Work" In Adobe ColdFusion by Ben Nadel - I appreciate the air quotes around “Just Work”- CFML Wrapper for the Zint Barcode Generator - By the king of command line tool wrappers — James MobergUpcoming Events and WebinarsITB Videos Series is Now Live on CFCasts- Premium series: https://cfcasts.com/series/into-the-box-2025- Online and On-site ticket holders should have free access - Reach out if not- Patreons get Free Access to the Series as a token of appreciation for their ongoing support to our mission of modernizing software development- Series is available for purchase for just $250 (On-demand lifetime access)- CFCast Subscribers get access on November 1stICYMI: Building AWS Lambda Apps with BoxLang!July 2025 Webinar: Raymond Camden, Let’s Build an App with BoxLang- July 23rd 11:00 AM CDT- Free tickets availableCFCamp Slides and Recordings are Up on our Ortus Site and Youtube Channel- https://www.ortussolutions.com/events/2025/cfcamp-2025- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ipqwns38Qso- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cCNcNiRCto- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WcPR09EPb8Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2025- September 22 - 23rd- Certification available September 21 or 24th- Ortus Training after the conference: Building Reactive UIs with CBWire - 2-day training after CFSummit - Led by Luis Majano and Grant CopleyClosing RemarksThank you to all of our Patreon Supporters!You can support us on Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutionsYou can see an up to date list of all sponsors on Ortus Solutions' website: https://ortussolutions.com/about-us/sponsors ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

# 2025-06-03 - News - Episode 234Hosts: Eric Peterson - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsJacob Beers - Senior Developer at Ortus Solutions## Ortus News- cfmigrations v5 released - based off of qb 12 and cbMockData 4 - Simpler configuration for CommandBox Migrations coming soon!- cbPlaywright v1.52.1 (corresponding to Playwright 1.52) - Also can be used better outside of TestBox- ITB 2025 videos coming to CFCasts in June- BoxLang VS Code Extension v1.7.1 Released! - The latest update brings improved autocomplete, enhanced function support, and better performance for an even smoother developer experience. - Upgrade now to boost your productivity while building with BoxLang! https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/v171-boxlang-vscode-extension## SPONSOR — ORTUS SOLUTIONS - Elasticsearch & OpenSearch ConsultingHigh-performance search solutions with real-time speed and precisionCustom implementations, log management, and performance tuningScale your data search with confidence and expert supportWebsite: https://www.ortussolutions.com/services/elasticsearchIf you want to get your product or service in front of our wonderful BoxLang and CFML audience, reach out to us on our website.## BoxLang Updates- BoxLang v1.2.0 released! - This powerful new release showcases what our team can deliver in just two weeks—over 30 performance-focused enhancements that supercharge runtime efficiency without changing your existing code. From faster string operations to smarter memory management, BoxLang 1.2 makes building modern applications even smoother, faster, and smarter. https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/boxlang-v120-released- BoxLang FAQs - BoxLang is its own language!!! - Basic syntax differences - Bx - Class - etc… - Static BIF access - Functional member methods - Java interop - Additional runtime features - Scheduler - Modules## CFML Updates - Lucee v6 Upgrade Guide - https://docs.lucee.org/recipes/breaking-changes-6-0.html- Fixinator 6.1.0 - https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/fixinator-6-1-0/- James Moberg - Using ColdFusion and Xpdf to extract PDF metadata - https://www.mycfml.com/articles/using-coldfusion-and-xpdf-to-extract-pdf-metadata/- Ben Nadel - Creating Java Classes From JAR Files In Adobe ColdFusion 2025 - https://www.bennadel.com/blog/4809-creating-java-classes-from-jar-files-in-adobe-coldfusion-2025.htm - Related: https://www.bennadel.com/blog/4804-rendering-1-dimensional-barcodes-with-zxing-and-coldfusion.htm## Events- CFCamp Slides and Recordings are Up on our Ortus Site and Youtube Channel: https://www.ortussolutions.com/events/2025/cfcamp-2025- Upcoming June Webinar: Building Dynamic AWS Lambda Applications with BoxLang - Just a few days left - Luis Majano - Register for Free on EventBrite: https://BoxLang-AWS-Lambda-2025.eventbrite.com, - Wednesday, June 18 at 11:00 AM (CDT) - July Webinar is also Scheduled with Ray Camden, more details coming soon!- America Digital México | June 17, 2025 | Ciudad de México, México - Ortus Solutions has been invited to showcase BoxLang, the groundbreaking new programming language, at the 9th America Digital México Conference, a major event uniting technology and business leaders from across the region. Join us at booth C36!- Open South Code 2025 - Spain - June 20 - 21, 2025 - La Térmica - Málaga - Gold Sponsors - Ortus Solutions - https://www.opensouthcode.org/conferences/opensouthcode2025- Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2025. - September 22 - 23rd - Certification available September 21 or 24th - https://cfsummit.adobeevents.com - Speaker Application - https://cfsummit.adobeevents.com/speaker-application - Into the Box 2026 is coming soon with Blind Ticket Pricing - Stay tuned!## Tech NewsMicrosoft Build- Microsoft Edit — Vim for Windows? - https://www.theverge.com/news/669318/microsoft-edit-on-windows-command-line-text-editor- WSL is now Open Source https://www.theverge.com/news/669286/microsoft-windows-subsystem-for-linux-open-source- GitHub Copilot can now work on GitHub Issues? - https://github.blog/news-insights/product-news/github-copilot-meet-the-new-coding-agent/## Thank YouThank you to all of our Patreon Supporters!You can support us on Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join hosts Daniel Garcia and Grant Copley as they dive into the latest news and updates in the BoxLang and CFML world. Don’t miss out on insights, discussions, and what’s coming next for modern software development! 🚀===============================SummaryIn this episode of the Modernize or Die podcast, hosts Daniel Garcia and Grant Copley discuss the highlights from the recent Into The Box conference, including the release of BoxLang 1.0, networking opportunities, workshops, and product updates. They share their experiences, favorite moments, and insights from the event, as well as upcoming events and community engagement initiatives.Takeaways* BoxLang 1.0 was officially released at the conference.* The conference felt like a family reunion for attendees.* Networking opportunities were a highlight of the event.* Workshops provided valuable learning experiences for participants.* The food at the conference was notably good this year.* A Mariachi band performed at the Happy Box event.* ColdBox 7.4 allows writing apps in BoxLang.* BoxLang Academy is available for free for the rest of the year.* Expert consulting services for ElasticSearch are now offered.* Plans for Into The Box 2026 are already in motion.Linkshttps://www.ortussolutions.com/products/commandbox-prohttps://www.ortussolutions.com/services/elasticsearch-solutionshttps://www.ortussolutions.com/services/dbahttps://aws.amazon.com/marketplace/search/results?searchTerms=boxlanghttps://azuremarketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/marketplace/apps?search=boxlang&page=1 https://www.mycfml.com/articles/cf-timer-revisited/https://www.raymondcamden.com/2025/04/25/using-cloudflares-browser-rendering-apis-for-screenshots https://www.raymondcamden.com/2025/04/28/boxlang-quick-tips-working-with-zip-fileshttps://CFCamp2025-BoxLang.eventbrite.com https://www.cfcamp.org https://cfsummit.adobeevents.com https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions https://community.ortussolutions.com https://ortussolutions.com/about-us/sponsorsThanks everyone!!! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join hosts Daniel Garcia and Eric Peterson as they dive into the latest news and updates in the BoxLang and CFML world. Don’t miss out on insights, discussions, and what’s coming next for modern software development! 🚀#BoxLang #CFML #ColdFusion #Adobe #AdobeColdFusion #Java #JavaScript #Security #Software #Web #App #WebDevelopment #jvm =========================================📖 Chapters=========================================00:00 Welcome to the Modernize or Die Podcast00:25 Revamping the Podcast Format01:00 Into the Box Updates03:29 Product Releases and Updates07:51 SPONSOR - Ortus Solutions08:48 BoxLang News14:08 CFML News and Updates22:44 Upcoming Events24:47 Thank Yous=========================================📚 Resources=========================================🌍 Website:[https://boxlang.io]🖥 Code Online:[https://try.boxlang.io]🐙 GitHub:https://github.com/ortus-boxlang/BoxLang📖 Documentation:[https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com]=========================================🔥 Join the BoxLang Community!=========================================💬 Community Forums:https://community.ortussolutions.com/...💬 Join us on Slack:[https://slack.ortussolutions.com]=========================================📢 Follow us on Social Media!=========================================🔵 X (Twitter):https://x.com/tryboxlang💼 LinkedIn: / tryboxlang 📘 Facebook: / tryboxlang ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

2025-01-28 Weekly News — Episode 227Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/H8Ht5xYgUFA?feature=share Hosts: Gavin Pickin - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsEric Peterson - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsBig Thanks to our Sponsor - Ortus SolutionsThe makers of ColdBox, CommandBox, ForgeBox, TestBox and all your favorite box-es out there including BoxLang.A few ways to say thanks back to Ortus Solutions:Buy Tickets to Into the Box 2025 in Washington DC https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyMApril 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCLike and subscribe to our videos on YouTube. Help ORTUS reach for the Stars - Star and Fork our ReposStar all of your Github Box Dependencies from CommandBox with https://www.forgebox.io/view/commandbox-github Subscribe to our Podcast on your Podcast Apps and leave us a reviewSign up for a free or paid account on CFCasts, which is releasing new content regularlyBOXLife store: https://www.ortussolutions.com/about-us/shopBuy Ortus’s Books102 ColdBox HMVC Quick Tips and Tricks on GumRoad (http://gum.co/coldbox-tips)Now on Amazon! In hardcover too!!!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJHB712MLearn Modern ColdFusion (CFML) in 100+ Minutes - Free online https://modern-cfml.ortusbooks.com/ or buy an EBook or Paper copy https://www.ortussolutions.com/learn/books/coldfusion-in-100-minutes Patreon Support (resplendent)We have 62 patreons: https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions. News and AnnouncementsBeware that ColdFusion 2021 end-of-life (and end of updates) is coming Nov 2025, and your optionsAre you still running ColdFusion 2021? While it's still supported/updated by Adobe, did you know that its end-of-life is coming just several months from now, Nov 10, 2025? That's the date when "core" support for that release ends--meaning no more updates from Adobe after that, not even security fixes.What about more recent releases, if you may wonder? CF 2023 (the current latest release) will get updates into 2028 (5 years after it was release). And there's the coming CF 2025 release, currently in pre-release (as I have recently blogged about), which is of course a great sign for the continued vitality of CF.But this looming deadline for CF2021 is a reminder that as the years roll on, we not only get new versions but we must say good-bye to old ones.Wondering what you can do? or when CF2023 or CF2025 support will end also? And what's the difference between "core" support and the available "extended" support which Adobe sells? (The extended support plan does NOT provide updates beyond this coming November.) For more on these, including official Adobe documentation that discusses such things, as well as my thoughts on migration, costs, various options to consider, and more, do read on.https://www.carehart.org/blog/2025/1/9/coldfusion2021_end_of_life_nov_2025 Java updates of Jan 21, 2025 for 8, 11, 17, 21, and 23: thoughts and resourcesIt's that time again: there are new JVM updates released today (Jan 21, 2025) for the current long-term support (LTS) releases of Oracle Java, 8, 11, 17, and 21, as well as the new short-term release 23. (The previous short-term release, Java 22, is no longer updated.)TLDR: The new updates are 1.8.0_441 (aka 8u441), 11.0.26, 17.0.14, 21.0.6, and 23.0.2, respectively. Crazy that there are now 5 current Java releases, I realize. More below, including more on each of them including what changed as well as bug fixes and the security fixes each version contains (including their CVE scores regarding urgency of concerns), which are offered in Oracle resources I list below.Oracle calls these updates "critical patch updates" (yep, "CPU"), but they are in fact scheduled quarterly updates, so that the "critical" aspect of this nomenclature may sometimes be a bit overstated. As is generally the case with these Java updates, most of them have the same changes and fixes across the four JVM versions, though not always.For some folks, that's all they need to hear. For others, read on.Whether this is your first time updating Java or your fiftieth, there are some things that you may or may not know.https://www.carehart.org/blog/2025/1/21/java_updates_jan_2025 Into the Box Round 1 of Sessions and Workshops are now out!Our first round of sessions and workshops for Into the Box 2025 is here! Get ready to dive into a world of modern web development with hands-on workshops and engaging sessions led by Ortus Solutions and Community CFML and BoxLang experts. Visit intothebox.org to explore what’s in store—this is just the beginning, with much more content coming soon! https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/into-the-box-round-1-of-sessions-and-workshopsLast chance to save 25% off CF2023, for those on CF2018 and earlierHere's great news for those still running CF2018 or earlier, who may have been holding off upgrading to CF2023 (because you would have to pay full price for it). It's news I first shared back in July, and the deal has been extended one last time, thus this post.TLDR; Now through Feb 28, 2025 those running CF9, 10, 11, 2016 or 2018 can upgrade to CF2023 for 25% off its full price. (Those running CF2021 can already/always could upgrade at 50% off the full price.)This is a deal offered only by Intergral, makers of FusionReactor, who are also resellers of CF. Adobe doesn't even offer this deal themselves. For more, see their blog post at https://fusion-reactor.com/blog/news/save-25-on-adobe-cf2023-upgrades/.Act now, it could save you hundreds or even thousands of $$s on a single license! https://www.carehart.org/blog/2025/1/17/last_chance_for_cf_upgrade_discount_from_cf2018_or_earlier New Releases and UpdatesTestBox v6.1.0 releaseWe’re super excited to announce the release of TestBox 6.1.0! This release introduces native support for BoxLang without the need for a compatibility mode, unlocking new possibilities for developers embracing BoxLang’s dynamic capabilities. Alongside this exciting update, we’ve added valuable features, improved functionality, and resolved key issues to ensure a smoother and more robust testing experience. Dive into the details and see how TestBox 6.1.0 makes your testing even more seamless and efficient!https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/testbox-v610-releasecbMockData v4New name and new support for BoxLang!https://forgebox.io/vie...

Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/t2KMIxwc1c4?feature=share Hosts: Gavin Pickin - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsKai Koenig - Ventego CreativeBig Thanks to our Sponsor - Ortus SolutionsThe makers of ColdBox, CommandBox, ForgeBox, TestBox and all your favorite box-es out there including BoxLang.A few ways to say thanks back to Ortus Solutions:Buy Tickets to Into the Box 2025 in Washington DC https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyMApril 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCLike and subscribe to our videos on YouTube. Help ORTUS reach for the Stars - Star and Fork our ReposStar all of your Github Box Dependencies from CommandBox with https://www.forgebox.io/view/commandbox-github Subscribe to our Podcast on your Podcast Apps and leave us a reviewSign up for a free or paid account on CFCasts, which is releasing new content regularlyBOXLife store: https://www.ortussolutions.com/about-us/shopBuy Ortus’s Books102 ColdBox HMVC Quick Tips and Tricks on GumRoad (http://gum.co/coldbox-tips)Now on Amazon! In hardcover too!!!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJHB712MLearn Modern ColdFusion (CFML) in 100+ Minutes - Free online https://modern-cfml.ortusbooks.com/ or buy an EBook or Paper copy https://www.ortussolutions.com/learn/books/coldfusion-in-100-minutes Patreon Support We have 60 patreons: https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions. News and AnnouncementsNew Vulnerability Reported - Adobe Patched in March!Today, CISA also added a critical Adobe ColdFusion vulnerability (tracked as CVE-2024-20767), which Adobe patched in March. Since then, several proof-of-concept exploits have been published online.CVE-2024-20767 is due to an improper access control weakness that allows unauthenticated, remote attackers to read the system and other sensitive files. According to SecureLayer7, successfully exploiting ColdFusion servers with the admin panel exposed online can also allow attackers to bypass security measures and perform arbitrary file system writes.https://www.scyscan.com/cve-2024-20767/adobe-coldfusion-improper-access-control-vulnerability/#google_vignette Important notice: Upcoming deprecations and removals in ColdFusion (2025 release)Added cfencode.sh to the table of removals.Updated Customizing an HTTP response to HTTP reason phrases.Added contact email id cf-deprecation@adobe.comhttps://coldfusion.adobe.com/2024/12/important-notice-upcoming-deprecations-and-removals-in-coldfusion-2025-release/ ICYMI - Adobe CF2025 Beta is now openGet an exclusive sneak peek at what’s next for ColdFusion! Sign up for the ColdFusion 2025 Beta Program and get early access to shape the future with us. Engage with the community in the forums, share your thoughts, and keep up with the newest updates and features.Check out the curated webinar schedule and join us! https://coldfusion.adobe.com/2024/11/code-the-future-join-the-coldfusion-2025-beta-today/New Releases and UpdatesBoxLang Beta 25 Released12/13/24 - BoxLang 1.0.0 Beta 25 Launched8 New Features14 Improvements18 Bugs Fixedhttps://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/readme/release-history/1.0.0-beta25 Webinars, Meetups and WorkshopsSac Interactive Meetup: All I Want for Christmas is AI with Luke KilpatrickWed, Dec 18 · 6:00 PM PSThttps://www.meetup.com/sacinteractive/events/303708503/?eventOrigin=home_page_upcoming_events$all Sac Interactive Meetup: January with Kai KoenigICYMI - Online CF Meetup - From Development to Deployment: Load Testing ColdFusion Applications with Dakota ClumThursday, December 12, 20249:00 AM to 10:00 AM PSTThis session will go over how to load test a ColdFusion application after it is deployed in your environment. We will cover load testing options, setting up a simulated load test, and tuning adjustments that can be made as a result of load testing.https://www.meetup.com/coldfusionmeetup/events/304881310/ RECORDING: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMksnutdp-0&list=PLG2EHzEbhy0-QirMKgSxhjkUyTSSTvHjL ADOBE CF 2025 Beta - SeminarsColdFusion 2025: What’s new and exciting - Mark Takata Security and Stability in ColdFusion - Parvathy and Atul VS Code plugin changes - Vikas YadavSmart language additions in ColdFusion - Ashudeep SharmaPerformance enhancements - Satyam MishraUnleash the power of Revamping CFCharts for modern applications - Yukti AgrawalSpreadsheets & CSV Processing - Nikhil DubeyMicrosoft Graph Integration in ColdFusion: Unlocking data with Oauth - Shiva MarellaWhat’s new in containers - SuchikaRecap and QnA - Mark TakataCFCasts Content Updateshttps://www.cfcasts.comMerry Xmas - All of the Into the Box 2024 videos are not available for paid subscriptionshttps://www.cfcasts.com/series/into-the-box-2024 Conferences and TrainingICYMI - CF Summit India 2024Join us for the Adobe ColdFusion India Summit, a premier, completely free event where developers, industry experts, and thought leaders come together to explore the latest in ColdFusion and web development. Network with peers, meet the ColdFusion engineering team, get your questions answered, discover strategies to boost your career and grow your business—all at no cost.Price: FreeDecember 7, 20242 Cities: Bengaluru and NoidaRegister: https://cf-indiasummit-2024.attendease.com ITB 2025Location: Washington, DCDates: April 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCTickets and more info: https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyM50% off blind tickets$249.50 for the Conference$349.50 for the Conference + Workshop!!!Call for Speakers CLOSEDCFCamp 2025May 22, 23rd - 2025Atomis Hotel Munich Airporthttps://www.cfcamp.org/ Call for Speakers open - https://www.papercall.io/cfcamp2025 Closes February 28, 2025 ( 4...

2024-11-19 Weekly News — Episode 223Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/bFX1uaN5Hec?feature=share Hosts: Gavin Pickin - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsEric Peterson - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsBig Thanks to our Sponsor - Ortus SolutionsThe makers of ColdBox, CommandBox, ForgeBox, TestBox and all your favorite box-es out there including BoxLang.A few ways to say thanks back to Ortus Solutions:Buy Tickets to Into the Box 2025 in Washington DC https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyMApril 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCLike and subscribe to our videos on YouTube. Help ORTUS reach for the Stars - Star and Fork our ReposStar all of your Github Box Dependencies from CommandBox with https://www.forgebox.io/view/commandbox-github Subscribe to our Podcast on your Podcast Apps and leave us a reviewSign up for a free or paid account on CFCasts, which is releasing new content regularlyBOXLife store: https://www.ortussolutions.com/about-us/shopBuy Ortus’s Books102 ColdBox HMVC Quick Tips and Tricks on GumRoad (http://gum.co/coldbox-tips)Now on Amazon! In hardcover too!!!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJHB712MLearn Modern ColdFusion (CFML) in 100+ Minutes - Free online https://modern-cfml.ortusbooks.com/ or buy an EBook or Paper copy https://www.ortussolutions.com/learn/books/coldfusion-in-100-minutes Patreon Support (jolly)We have 59 patreons: https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions. New Releases and UpdatesCommandBox 6.1.0 Released!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.New FeaturesWebSocket ServerUpdates to run BoxLangAdd command to deploy Lucee lex or lco filesCheck if an entry has a hash associated to it and validate itImprovementSort by date last started when finding a server by web rootMake semantic version prerelease identifiers not case sensitivedefault servlet pass predicate include Boxlang filesTasksUpdate to Undertow 2.2.33.FinalUpdate to Lucee 5.4.6.9Update bundled JRE to 11.0.23+99 Bugshttps://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/commandbox-610-released https://commandbox.ortusbooks.com/ BoxLang Beta 22 Released11/15/24 - BoxLang 1.0.0 Beta 22 Launched4 New Features10 Improvements14 Bugs Fixedhttps://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/readme/release-history/1.0.0-beta22 Webinars, Meetups and WorkshopsBoost Your Confidence & Silence the Inner Critic: Overcome Imposter Phenomenon!Sac Interactive Tech Meetup • Sacramento, CAWed, Nov 20 · 6:00 PM PSThttps://www.meetup.com/sacinteractive/events/303708476/?eventOrigin=home_page_upcoming_events$all Online ColdFusion Meetup - "ColdFusion Horizons: Unveiling 2025", Charvi Dhoot (CF Product Manager)--CFMeetup #311Nov 21 at 12p US EasternOver the years, ColdFusion has evolved to support not only the development of dynamic web pages but also the creation of complex applications and services. It remains a popular choice for developers seeking a versatile and efficient platform for building web-based solutions and business applications.As we look ahead to the imminent release of ColdFusion 2025, we invite you to join us for an exclusive feature showcase that highlights the compelling reasons to adopt this upcoming version. Additionally, this session will provide a comprehensive overview of the strategic vision for future releases, offering an opportunity for you to engage with new ideas under consideration and contribute valuable feedback.Attend this talk to gain deeper insight into the current and future releases of ColdFusion on the horizon!https://www.meetup.com/coldfusionmeetup/events/304633294/ CFCasts Content Updateshttps://www.cfcasts.comIntroducing SocketBoxThis innovative library simplifies WebSocket integration, making real-time features and message handling a breeze. Build engaging applications with SocketBox – get started today! #CFML #BoxLang #WebSockets #RealTime https://www.cfcasts.com/series/ortus-bytes/videos/introducing-socketbox Conferences and TrainingCF Summit India 2024Join us for the Adobe ColdFusion India Summit, a premier, completely free event where developers, industry experts, and thought leaders come together to explore the latest in ColdFusion and web development. Network with peers, meet the ColdFusion engineering team, get your questions answered, discover strategies to boost your career and grow your business—all at no cost.Price: FreeDecember 7, 20242 Cities: Bengaluru and NoidaRegister: https://cf-indiasummit-2024.attendease.com ITB 2025Location: Washington, DCDates: April 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCTickets and more info: https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyM50% off blind tickets$249.50 for the Conference$349.50 for the Conference + Workshop!!!Call for Speakers CLOSEDCFCamp 2025May 22, 23rd - 2025Atomis Hotel Munich Airporthttps://www.cfcamp.org/ Call for Speakers open - https://www.papercall.io/cfcamp2025More conferencesNeed more conferences, this site has a huge list of conferences for almost any language/community.https://confs.tech/Blogs, Posts, and Videos of the Week11/19/24 - Blog - Ortus Solutions - 5 Signs It’s Time to Modernize Your ColdFusion / CFML ApplicationColdFusion 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 th...

2024-10-22 Weekly News — Episode 221Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/j-e_y4OwuCw?feature=shareHosts: Gavin Pickin - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsThanks to our Sponsor - Ortus SolutionsThe makers of ColdBox, CommandBox, ForgeBox, TestBox and all your favorite box-es out there including BoxLang.A few ways to say thanks back to Ortus Solutions:Buy Tickets to Into the Box 2025 in Washington DC https://t.co/cFLDUJZEyMApril 30, 2025 - May 2, 2025 - Washington, DCLike and subscribe to our videos on YouTube. Help ORTUS reach for the Stars - Star and Fork our ReposStar all of your Github Box Dependencies from CommandBox with https://www.forgebox.io/view/commandbox-github Subscribe to our Podcast on your Podcast Apps and leave us a reviewSign up for a free or paid account on CFCasts, which is releasing new content regularlyBOXLife store: https://www.ortussolutions.com/about-us/shopBuy Ortus’s Books102 ColdBox HMVC Quick Tips and Tricks on GumRoad (http://gum.co/coldbox-tips)Now on Amazon! In hardcover too!!!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJHB712MLearn Modern ColdFusion (CFML) in 100+ Minutes - Free online https://modern-cfml.ortusbooks.com/ or buy an EBook or Paper copy https://www.ortussolutions.com/learn/books/coldfusion-in-100-minutes Patreon Support ()We have 59 patreons: https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutions. News and AnnouncementsLucee 6.1.1 (6.1.1.100-RC) Release CandidateThere is a new Lucee 6.1.1.100-RC release candidate available for testing. Give it a try and share your feedback with us.What’s New?This release focuses mainly on bug fixes, along with a few useful enhancements.https://dev.lucee.org/t/lucee-6-1-1-6-1-1-100-rc-release-candidate/14353 ColdFusion 2023 and 2021 October 15th, 2024 updatesWe are pleased to announce that we have released general updates to ColdFusion (2023 release) Update 11 and ColdFusion (2021 release) Update 17. The updates include bug fixes and enhancements in Administrator, Language, CFSetup, Database, and other areas. They also contain library upgrades, such as netty, ehcache, etc. The updates also include enhancements to whitespace management and client variable support in CFPM.Known issues in the updateThe PDF Services page in ColdFusion Administrator does not load even with the HTMLToPDF package installedhttps://coldfusion.adobe.com/2024/10/released-coldfusion-2023-and-2021-october-15th-2024-updates/CF Summit India AnnouncedWe are excited to announce that the Adobe ColdFusion India Summit 2024 is happening on December 7, 2024, and this year, we’re bringing the event to two vibrant cities: Bengaluru and Noida. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just beginning your journey in web development, this free summit offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the best minds in the industry.https://coldfusion.adobe.com/2024/10/get-ready-for-adobe-coldfusion-india-summit-2024/ Announcing Java updates of Oct 2024 for 8, 11, 17, 21, and 23: thoughts and resourcesIt's that time again: there are new JVM updates released today (Oct 15, 2024) for the current long-term support (LTS) releases of Oracle Java, 8, 11, 17, and 21, as well as the new short-term release 23. (The previous short-term release, Java 22, is no longer updated.)TLDR: The new updates are 1.8.0_431 (aka 8u431), 11.0.25, 17.0.13, 21.0.5, and 23.0.1 respectively. Crazy that there are now 5 current Java releases, I realize. More below, including more on each of them including what changed as well as bug fixes and the security fixes each version contains (including their CVE scores regarding urgency of concerns), which are offered in Oracle resources I list below.https://www.carehart.org/blog/2024/10/15/java_updates_oct_2024 PayPal's NVP/SOAP API for Website Payments Pro accounts suddenly stopped working sometime early OctoberPayPal's NVP/SOAP API for Website Payments Pro accounts suddenly stopped working sometime around October 4th (possibly Sep 30). Some developers that reported having the issue were using legacy classic ASP and others were using ColdFusion. I believe we've been using the PayPal DoDirectPayment API since it was introduced back in 2002.At some point, PayPal added the following undated disclaimer to their documentation. (According to Microsoft Copilot, "PayPal's NVP (Name-Value Pair) API was marked as "legacy" around October 12th, 2021".)CFPayment (retired) supports WPP & Payflow, but not the new REST API method. Searching online for "ColdFusion (or cfml) paypal rest api" didn't return anything beneficial, so it became apparent that there was a need for a solution... any solution.James Moberg has an updated Paypal Rest API Cfc available here: https://dev.to/gamesover/coldfusion-paypal-rest-api-cfc-339p Secure Your ColdFusion Perpetual License Before Adobe’s Subscription-Only SwitchFollowing Adobe’s announcement at the Adobe ColdFusion Summit in Las Vegas, ColdFusion will transition to a subscription-only licensing model. This major shift in licensing strategy means developers and organizations have a limited window to secure their final perpetual ColdFusion license.While we don’t know the date for the Adobe switch, FusionReactor customers have an exclusive opportunity to secure their last perpetual license and save significantly in the process. This final offer has been extended to December 31, 2024, giving organizations more months to make this crucial decision.https://fusion-reactor.com/blog/secure-your-coldfusion-perpetual-license-before-adobes-subscription-only-switch/ Microsoft Copilot is a little Snarky about ColdFusion 😛New Releases and UpdatesIntroducing CBSSO: Simplifying OAuth and SAML for ColdBox ApplicationsOrtus Solutions has unveiled its latest innovation, CBSSO, a game-changing module for ColdBox applications. CBSSO is designed to make integrating with OAuth and SAML identity providers easier than ever before, significantly reducing the complexity of managing Single Sign-On (SSO) flows. Whether your users authenticate through Google, Microsoft, Facebook, or custom identity providers, CBSSO streamlines the entire process.For CFML and ColdFusion developers, dealing with identity provider integrations can often feel like navigating through a labyrinth of documentation, redirects, and configurations. That’s where CBSSO comes in. By handling the technical details, CBSSO allows developers to focus on ...