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boxlang-async-programming

Implement and orchestrate BoxLang asynchronous patterns with futures and executors.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
Search Tags:#concurrency#async#pipelines#executors#threading#futures#boxlang
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ortus-boxlang/skills --skill boxlang-async-programming-ortus-boxlang
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: boxlang-async-programming
Source: https://github.com/ortus-boxlang/skills/tree/main/boxlang-developer/async-programming
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ortus-boxlang/skills --skill boxlang-async-programming-ortus-boxlang

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

BoxLang asynchronous programming can be difficult to implement correctly and efficiently. It helps AI agents reason about futures, executors, schedulers, and parallel pipelines, enabling robust non-blocking code in BoxLang.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • BoxFuture extension that enhances chaining with then/thenAsync and error handling.
  • Primitive builders: futureNew, asyncRun, asyncAll, asyncAny, asyncAllApply for flexible concurrency.
  • Named executors and scheduler support to optimize IO-bound vs CPU-bound workloads.
  • Async pipelines and thread component concepts to structure end-to-end workflows.
  • bx:lock and file watcher patterns for coordination and monitoring in async apps.

Quick Start

Provide a simple example by creating a BoxFuture with futureNew and chaining with then/thenAsync on the default executor to fetch data and process results.

Frequently Asked Questions about boxlang-async-programming

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I run parallel data transformations in BoxLang without blocking the main thread?▼

BoxLang asynchronous programming enables non-blocking parallel data transformations by using asyncRun or asyncAll to distribute workloads across named executors for concurrent processing.

What is the correct way to chain asynchronous operations and handle errors in BoxLang futures?▼

BoxLang uses the BoxFuture extension to chain asynchronous operations with then or thenAsync, providing built-in error handling to manage exceptions during concurrent API calls and background processing.

When should I use schedulers versus named executors for IO-bound and CPU-bound workloads in BoxLang?▼

BoxLang schedulers and named executors optimize workload distribution by separating IO-bound and CPU-bound tasks. Schedulers manage timed or delayed background processing, while executors handle immediate concurrent task execution.

How do I coordinate concurrent threads and monitor file changes in a BoxLang async application?▼

BoxLang async applications coordinate concurrent threads and monitor file changes using bx:lock for synchronization and file watcher patterns. These primitives prevent race conditions and trigger workflows on file modifications.

Does BoxLang support running multiple concurrent API calls and returning the first successful result?▼

Yes, BoxLang supports returning the first successful result from multiple concurrent API calls using the asyncAny primitive. This asynchronous pattern allows parallel requests to execute and resolves immediately upon the fastest response.

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