Tuesday, December 31, 2024

What’s New This January 2025



  • z/OS 3.1 Updates: We’ve updated our core course catalog to align with z/OS 3.1! New content includes:

    • Data Center Storage Management

    • UNIX System Services

    • Parallel Sysplex

    • VSAM

    • z/OS Management Facility

  • New Hands-On Sandbox Lab: Enterprise customers can now access a brand-new Hands-On Sandbox Lab course for UNIX System Services. Take your learning to the next level with practical, interactive training.

  • Expanded REXX Curriculum: We’ve released part 3 of 4 in our REXX Curriculum! Dive into the new course: REXX – Host Commands and System REXX, and expand your programming expertise.

Stay tuned for even more updates, features, and courses in the months ahead!

Friday, December 6, 2024

Unlock New Skills with Interskill Learning’s Python Scripting for z/OS Systems Programmers

Python has become indispensable in modern mainframe computing, empowering systems programmers to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency. Interskill Learning’s new expert video series dives deep into leveraging Python within the z/OS environment, covering topics such as:

  • Setting up Python for z/OS.
  • Utilizing IBM Z Open Automation Utilities (ZOAU).
  • Managing datasets, automating operator commands, and more.

This course is guided by Steven Perva, the visionary founder of Seven9s, an IBM Champion for IBM Z, and a passionate advocate of modern mainframe culture. With over a decade of industry experience and a mission to modernize tech education, Steven’s expertise makes this series a must-watch for professionals seeking to stay ahead.

Explore how Python scripting can transform z/OS systems programming. Learn more here.