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+description: "ColdFusion Coding Standards for CFC component and application patterns"
+applyTo: "**/*.cfc"
+---
+
+# ColdFusion Coding Standards for CFC Files
+
+- Use CFScript where possible for cleaner syntax.
+- Avoid using deprecated tags and functions.
+- Follow consistent naming conventions for variables and components.
+- Use `cfqueryparam` to prevent SQL injection.
+- Escape CSS hash symbols inside <cfoutput> blocks using ##
+
+# Additional Best Practices
+
+- Use `this` scope for component properties and methods when appropriate.
+- Document all functions with purpose, parameters, and return values (use Javadoc or similar style).
+- Use access modifiers (`public`, `private`, `package`, `remote`) for functions and variables.
+- Prefer dependency injection for component collaboration.
+- Avoid business logic in setters/getters; keep them simple.
+- Validate and sanitize all input parameters in public/remote methods.
+- Use `cftry`/`cfcatch` for error handling within methods as needed.
+- Avoid hardcoding configuration or credentials in CFCs.
+- Use consistent indentation (2 spaces, as per global standards).
+- Group related methods logically within the component.
+- Use meaningful, descriptive names for methods and properties.
+- Avoid using `cfcomponent` attributes that are deprecated or unnecessary.
+
+- Use ternary operators where possible
+- Make sure all tabs start and end line up vertically.
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+---
+description: "ColdFusion cfm files and application patterns"
+applyTo: "**/*.cfm"
+---
+
+# ColdFusion Coding Standards
+
+- Use CFScript where possible for cleaner syntax.
+- Avoid using deprecated tags and functions.
+- Follow consistent naming conventions for variables and components.
+- Use `cfqueryparam` to prevent SQL injection.
+- Escape CSS hash symbols inside <cfoutput> blocks using ##
+- When using HTMX inside <cfoutput> blocks, escape hash symbols (#) by using double hashes (##) to prevent unintended variable interpolation.
+- If you are in a HTMX target file then make sure the top line is: <cfsetting showDebugOutput = "false">
+
+# Additional Best Practices
+
+- Use `Application.cfc` for application settings and request handling.
+- Organize code into reusable CFCs (components) for maintainability.
+- Validate and sanitize all user input.
+- Use `cftry`/`cfcatch` for error handling and logging.
+- Avoid hardcoding credentials or sensitive data in source files.
+- Use consistent indentation (2 spaces, as per global standards).
+- Comment complex logic and document functions with purpose and parameters.
+- Prefer `cfinclude` for shared templates, but avoid circular includes.
+
+- Use ternary operators where possible
+- Make sure all tabs start and end line up vertically.