2025-08-19 — News — Episode 239

Hosts:

• Daniel Garcia - Senior Developer at Ortus Solutions
• Jacob Beers - Senior Developer at Ortus Solutions

Summary

In this episode of the Modernize or Die Podcast, hosts Daniel Garcia and Jacob Beers discuss the latest updates from Ortus Solutions, including the introduction of CBWire, advancements in BoxLang, and the upcoming TestBox version. They also delve into CFML updates, security insights, and the recent developments in AI, particularly the release of ChatGPT-5. The episode highlights upcoming events and webinars, as well as the importance of community support through Patreon.

Takeaways

• CBWire is a UI library for ColdFusion that enhances user interface development.
• TestBox version 7 is coming with new features and full BoxLang compatibility.
• CommandBox has been a staple in the CFML community for 12 years, with significant growth.
• BoxLang is gaining traction as a dynamic language for the JVM, focusing on developer productivity.
• AI tools like ChatGPT are evolving, with recent updates sparking community discussions.
• Community engagement is crucial for the success of tools like BoxLang and TestBox.
• Upcoming webinars will focus on async programming in BoxLang and other relevant topics.
• Patreon support is vital for sustaining open-source initiatives and community resources.
• The Ortus Solutions team is actively participating in various conferences and workshops.
• The podcast emphasizes the importance of testing and community contributions in software development.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome
00:47 Ortus News & BoxLang Updates
11:21 CFML Updates
17:12 Upcoming Events
23:15 Thank You

Keywords

Ortus Solutions, CBWire, BoxLang, TestBox, CommandBox, CFML, AI, ChatGPT, ColdFusion, software development

Links

CBwire: A Step-by-Step Look at Reactive UI Components for BoxLang and Modern CFML Developers!
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/cbwire-a-step-by-step-look-at-reactive-ui-components

TestBox - Whats Coming?
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/testbox-whats-coming

CommandBox State & Coming Next!
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/commandbox-state-coming-next

Become a BoxLang Pioneer: Modernize Your Projects Without Limits!
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/become-a-boxlang-pioneer 

Deploying BoxLang in the Cloud Video Series!
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/boxlang-cloud-servers

URL Rewriting with BoxLang MiniServer
https://www.raymondcamden.com/2025/08/11/url-rewriting-with-boxlang-miniserver

Using StringBind in BoxLang
https://www.raymondcamden.com/2025/08/18/using-stringbind-in-boxlang

Generate 6 Digit Security Codes in Java or CFML (Pete Freitag)
https://www.petefreitag.com/blog/generate-6-digit-code/

You Can Modify Elements During Filtering In ColdFusion (Ben Nadel)
https://www.bennadel.com/blog/4829-you-can-modify-elements-during-filtering-in-coldfusion.htm 

ICYMI — Build a BoxLang App Webinar with Raymond Camden
https://youtu.be/HLVaUu20AZA?feature=shared

August Webinar: Leveling Up your Async Game with Boxlang with Jon Clausen - TOMORROW
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/leveling-up-your-async-game-with-boxlang 

JJUG Night Seminar | BoxLang: A New Dynamic JVM Language - THIS WEEK
https://jjug.doorkeeper.jp/events/186689

Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2025 + CBWire Workshop
https://cfsummit.adobeevents.com

Into the Box 2026:
https://www.intothebox.org 

Call for Speakers:
https://www.ortussolutions.com/blog/call-for-speakers-into-the-box-2026