> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/getting-started/ide-tooling/boxlang-ide.md). # BoxLang IDE Official BoxLang IDE extension for VS Code and compatible editors with comprehensive language support, debugging, and development tools The **BoxLang IDE Extension** is the official first-party development tool for BoxLang, providing comprehensive language support, debugging capabilities, and productivity features for modern BoxLang development. ## ๐Ÿ“ฆ BoxLang Developer Pack {% hint style="success" %} **Quick Setup**: Get this theme along with all essential BoxLang development tools in one click with the [**BoxLang Developer Pack**](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang-developer-pack)! {% endhint %} The **BoxLang Developer Pack** is a curated extension pack that includes everything you need for BoxLang development: * ๐Ÿš€ **BoxLang Language Support** - Complete language server with IntelliSense, syntax highlighting, and error detection * ๐ŸŽจ **BoxLang Theme** - This theme extension with both Dark (Neon) and Light (Muted) variants * ๐Ÿงช **TestBox Support** - Full TDD/BDD testing framework integration * ๐Ÿ“ฆ **CommandBox Integration** - Package management and project scaffolding tools ### Install the Complete Pack Instead of installing extensions individually, get the full BoxLang development environment: **VS Code Marketplace**: [BoxLang Developer Pack](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang-developer-pack) **OpenVSX Registry**: [BoxLang Developer Pack](https://open-vsx.org/extension/ortus-solutions/vscode-boxlang-developer-pack) ```bash # Install the complete developer pack code --install-extension ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang-developer-pack ``` This automatically installs all BoxLang development tools, including this theme, saving you time and ensuring a complete setup. ## ๐Ÿ“ฆ Individual Installation ### VS Code Marketplace Install directly from the [Visual Studio Code Marketplace](https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang): ```bash code --install-extension ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang ``` ### OpenVSX Registry For VS Code compatible editors like **Cursor**, **Windsurf**, **VSCodium**, and others, install from [OpenVSX Registry](https://open-vsx.org/extension/ortus-solutions/vscode-boxlang): ```bash # For compatible editors using OpenVSX cursor --install-extension ortus-solutions.vscode-boxlang ``` ### Developer Resources * **GitHub Repository**: * **Documentation**: {% embed url="" %}
BoxLang IDE Extension in VS Code

BoxLang IDE Extension providing syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and debugging support

## โœจ Core Features ### Language Server Integration * **IntelliSense** - Intelligent code completion with method signatures and documentation * **Inline Documentation** - Hover information for functions, components, and variables * **Go to Definition** - Navigate to function and component definitions * **Find References** - Locate all usages of symbols across your codebase * **Type Information** - Rich type hints and validation * **Error Detection** - Real-time syntax and semantic error reporting ### Development Tools * [**Built-in Debugger**](/getting-started/ide-tooling/boxlang-debugger.md) - Full debugging support with breakpoints, variable inspection, and call stack navigation * **Mini BoxLang Web Server** - Quick development server for testing applications locally * **BoxLang Version Manager** - Switch between different BoxLang runtime versions * **Task Integration** - Execute BoxLang scripts and applications directly from VS Code ### AI-Powered Development * **BoxLang Agentic Coding** - Chat with `@boxlang` for intelligent code assistance, explanations, and generation * **Context-Aware Suggestions** - AI understands your BoxLang codebase for better recommendations ### Multi-Language Support Enhanced syntax highlighting and code introspection for: * **BoxLang** - Full language support with semantic highlighting * **CFML** - Legacy ColdFusion compatibility * **Java** - Embedded Java code blocks * **HTML/CSS** - Template and styling support * **SQL** - Database query highlighting * **JavaScript** - Client-side scripting ### Productivity Features * **Code Formatting** - Automatic code formatting and indentation * **Snippet Library** - Pre-built code templates for common patterns * **Project Templates** - Quick project scaffolding * **Symbol Navigation** - Outline view and breadcrumb navigation * **Workspace Integration** - Multi-root workspace support ## ๐ŸŽฏ Getting Started 1. **Install the extension** from VS Code Marketplace or OpenVSX Registry 2. **Open or create** a BoxLang project (`.bx`, `.bxm`, `.bxs` files) 3. **Configure BoxLang runtime** using the version manager 4. **Start coding** with full IntelliSense and debugging support --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/getting-started/ide-tooling/boxlang-ide.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.