zDevOps for Mainframe Modernization: Your Complete Guide
Legacy mainframes continue to run critical applications across industries like banking, insurance, and government. But outdated development methods can slow down innovation.
This practical guide shows how to modernize your mainframe toolchain with zDevOps—without disrupting existing systems. You’ll explore a complete pipeline that integrates modern tools like GitHub, Jenkins, and VS Code into your z/OS environment.
Download this in-depth guide to discover how zDevOps for Mainframe Modernization can help you deliver faster, reduce risk, and future-proof your enterprise systems.
What You'll Learn
Get hands-on strategies for implementing zDevOps for Mainframe Modernization:
- Develop COBOL and JCL using Visual Studio Code
- Automate connections to z/OS with Zowe CLI
- Manage code collaboratively through GitHub
- Build efficiently using IBM Dependency Based Build (DBB)
- Deploy with speed and confidence using UrbanCode Deploy
From green screens to DevOps pipelines—learn how to evolve, not replace.
Modern Toolchain for zDevOps on z/OS
Modernizing mainframe development starts with the right tools. This guide covers:
- VS Code + Zowe Explorer: Write and edit code outside ISPF
- Zowe CLI: Automate mainframe interactions via terminal
- GitHub: Enable version control and team collaboration
- IBM DBB: Smart builds driven by dependency analysis
- Jenkins: Continuous integration for every commit
- UrbanCode Deploy (UCD): Reliable deployments to z/OS targets
Together, they form a fully automated pipeline for zDevOps for Mainframe Modernization.
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