Monday, September 30, 2024

Mastering WebSockets with ColdFusion: Code Faster, Code Smarter

Thank you to everyone who attended my WebSockets presentation at the ColdFusion Summit. It was incredible to see such a full room and feel the excitement in the air. Your enthusiasm truly made the experience special, and it’s clear there is a strong interest in leveraging WebSockets with ColdFusion.

Unfortunately, I ran out of time before I could do the live demo section, which is always the highlight of the presentation. As promised, here is a video that covers everything I would have done in the live demo section of the presentation.

Below are links to the demo code and additional projects featured in the video, designed to help you get started with WebSockets in ColdFusion.

  • Presentation Slides
    The slides from my presentation, which provide an overview of WebSockets, their functionality in ColdFusion, practical tips, and key points to watch out for.
  • ColdFusion Summit 24 Demo Code
    This repository contains all the source code used in the demo, including setup instructions and example WebSocket interactions to help you get started.
  • AdvancedSocket
    A library designed to help maintain WebSocket subscriptions through various failure points, ensuring stable and reliable connections.
  • ColdFusion WebSockets Console
    A drop in console to assist in debugging and monitoring WebSocket activity.

I am sure I will have the opportunity to present this topic again, and I am considering splitting it into two sessions to cover the content more effectively. If that sounds appealing to you, please let me know by leaving a comment.

Your feedback would be greatly appreciated!

If you are interested in having me present this topic at your user group, feel free to contact me!

Saturday, July 20, 2024

Excited to Speak at Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2024 in Vegas!

I am thrilled to announce that I will be speaking at the Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2024 in Las Vegas! This year marks the 12th edition of the Summit, and I am honored to be part of it again!

This year, I am back to present on a topic that I am passionate about, WebSockets!

Mastering WebSockets with ColdFusion: Code Faster, Code Smarter

Fasten your seatbelts for a high-speed adventure into the electrifying world of WebSockets with ColdFusion! In this turbocharged session, you'll go from zero to hero, starting with the absolute essentials. Ever wondered what WebSockets are and why they're a game-changer in web development? Get ready to find out, and see them in action! We'll kick things off with a live coding journey, setting up and tearing apart a simple application, illuminating the path from initial handshake to full-fledged communication.

But we won't stop there! Once you've grasped the basics, we'll accelerate into advanced techniques that take your skills to the next level. Learn the secrets of sophisticated WebSocket design, master the art of stealthy debugging, and keep your connections alive and kicking, no matter what your app throws at them. With practical tips and a drop-in console for real-time troubleshooting, you'll be equipped to streamline your development and rocket your applications into the stratosphere.

This session is a fast-paced thrill ride designed for developers who are eager to elevate their ColdFusion applications with real-time capabilities. Ready to turbocharge your web development skills? Join me and unleash the power of real-time connectivity in your next project!

Registration

The Adobe ColdFusion Summit is not only filled with great content, but it is also an awesome opportunity to connect with fellow attendees, friends, community leaders and Adobe folks! All that for only $199, is quite a bargain and this year it's going to be located in a new venue, Resorts World in Vegas.

Make sure you register today for the Adobe ColdFusion Summit and be part of this experience.

Interested in getting certified?

The Summit offers the ability to get your Adobe ColdFusion Certification for an additional $199 which includes a one day workshop and exam after the conference.

Are you a student?

If you are an active adult student enrolled in higher education, then you can attend the Summit for Free! Talk about an offer you can't refuse! Way to go Adobe!