> I am not sure whether I understand fully... I think I was saying several things (but not very clearly or completely).
1. If CF optimises the compilation of the component and works out that "variables" is what was meant when it wasn't specified - then it wont matter if you add "variables." or not. 2. If it doesn't do the above at all and resolves the "scope" at runtime, then there is always going to be a step to resolve scope (and this is more likely as the engine will search all the available scopes at runtime to locate a variable instance - you know - is it in FORM or is it in URL or is it in CGI, or Application or Session, etc.) 3. Using the scope specifically may avoid the process described in item 2. (above) but I have no idea how you would be able to measure it. It would still probably resolve in the Java code to a call to get the scope named "variables" and then a call to get the actual element in that scope. So you would save a search for which scope was "closest". It would really depend on how the Java was implemented - and they would be free to change that during any subsequent release (so you could not rely on it). I have to say though, if you are getting down to worrying about that level of optimisation then you would be better off using something different to Cold Fusion..... ....probably C++ or Assembler ;) Gary Menzel Web Development Manager IT Operations Brisbane -+- ABN AMRO Morgans Limited Level 29, 123 Eagle Street BRISBANE QLD 4000 PH: 07 333 44 828 FX: 07 3834 0828 If this communication is not intended for you and you are not an authorised recipient of this email you are prohibited by law from dealing with or relying on the email or any file attachments. This prohibition includes reading, printing, copying, re-transmitting, disseminating, storing or in any other way dealing or acting in reliance on the information. If you have received this email in error, we request you contact ABN AMRO Morgans Limited immediately by returning the email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and destroy the original. We will refund any reasonable costs associated with notifying ABN AMRO Morgans. This email is confidential and may contain privileged client information. ABN AMRO Morgans has taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all its communications, including electronic communications, but accepts no liability for materials transmitted. Materials may also be transmitted without the knowledge of ABN AMRO Morgans. ABN AMRO Morgans Limited its directors and employees do not accept liability for the results of any actions taken or not on the basis of the information in this report. ABN AMRO Morgans Limited and its associates hold or may hold securities in the companies/trusts mentioned herein. Any recommendation is made on the basis of our research of the investment and may not suit the specific requirements of clients. Assessments of suitability to an individual?s portfolio can only be made after an examination of the particular client?s investments, financial circumstances and requirements. --- You are currently subscribed to cfaussie as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] MXDU2004 + Macromedia DevCon AsiaPac + Sydney, Australia http://www.mxdu.com/ + 24-25 February, 2004
