Welcome to ColdFusion Central, your ultimate hub for everything ColdFusion!
We created this site with a simple mission: to bring together developers, architects, and IT leaders who rely on ColdFusion and want to keep their skills sharp, their apps running smoothly, and their knowledge up to date. Whether you’re just getting started with CFML or you’re maintaining complex enterprise applications, this is where you’ll find resources to learn, troubleshoot, and grow.
Who We Are
Hey there! I’m Aaron Longnion — an Internet technologist, web software engineer, and ColdFusion expert with more than 24 years of experience.
Over the years, I’ve worked with lynda.com, HomeAway, landsofamerica.com (CoStar Group), and Adobe.com, helping to design and scale high-traffic applications. I’m a full-stack developer, but I focus on building internet architectures that are scalable, cost-effective, and fault-tolerant — perfect for handling rapid growth and complex business requirements.
My experience has shown me that ColdFusion is far from dead — in fact, it continues to power critical systems for enterprises, governments, and startups worldwide. That’s why I launched ColdFusion Central: to create a place where the ColdFusion community can find practical guides, real-world examples, and expert Advice all in one place.
What You’ll Find Here
At ColdFusion Central, we cover every major aspect of working with ColdFusion. Here’s a taste of what you can expect:
- Glossary – Clear, beginner-friendly explanations of ColdFusion concepts, tags, and components.
- Migration Guides – Step-by-step instructions to upgrade from legacy versions, move to the cloud, or migrate to Modern CFML frameworks.
- Career Resources – Tips for building a ColdFusion career, from writing the perfect Developer resume to landing remote projects or consulting gigs.
- FAQ – Quick answers to the most common questions about ColdFusion’s capabilities, Security, and integrations.
- Comparisons – In-depth articles comparing ColdFusion to PHP, .NET, Node.js, and other platforms to help you choose the right Tech stack.
- Troubleshooting Guides – Detailed walkthroughs for fixing common ColdFusion issues, with cause/solution tables and prevention tips.
- Downloads – Free cheat sheets, templates, scripts, and checklists you can use right away in your projects.
Our Mission
We believe ColdFusion developers deserve a central place to learn, share, and solve problems together. Our goal is to:
- Keep ColdFusion knowledge alive and accessible for both beginners and veterans.
- Provide up-to-date, practical content that actually solves real-world challenges.
- Celebrate the ColdFusion ecosystem and its incredible community of developers.
Join the Community
ColdFusion Central isn’t just a resource — it’s a community. We encourage you to:
- Read and share our guides.
- Download and use our templates and tools.
- Contribute by suggesting topics, sharing your own solutions, or joining the discussion.
If you’re passionate about ColdFusion — or simply want to make the most of the platform — you’re in the right place.
Let’s Stay Connected
Follow us for updates, new articles, and downloadable resources that will help you master ColdFusion and future-proof your applications.
Together, let’s keep ColdFusion thriving.