In this article, we start from the very beginning and discuss the Application.cfm file and ways to use it. We also talk about the CFAPPLICATION tag and application scoped variables. Finally we talk very briefly about locking our variables.

Be a better ColdFusion scripter with these tips covering everything from effective use of variables to securing your applications to object-oriented techniques. Some of the main topics covered: Generate Dynamic SQL Statements, Secure Your Applications, Time Out Client Variables, Leverage Application Variables, Set Your Root Directory, Include a Menu With Dynamic Highlighting, Tag Your Page Formatting, Use Evaluate to Increase Reusability, Protect Against Cross-Site Scripting, and Use Fusebox.