Mainframe Architecture for Managers (EN)
We first introduced our Mainframe for Managers course in 2012 and have since successfully conducted it over 20 times, both publicly and in-house. This vendor-neutral course provides a comprehensive overview of IBM mainframe technology, addressing both its benefits and drawbacks. To ensure neutrality, we deliberately do not employ IBM instructors for this seminar.
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Goals
Through our interactions with clients, we have consistently observed a knowledge gap regarding IBM mainframe architecture among IT executives who are involved in making far-reaching and strategic decisions within their organizations. The mainframe is often perceived as a dying dinosaur, with outdated technology, high costs, and a need for replacement by more modern platforms.
At EMA, we take a different view! The mainframe, in its current iterations, incorporates state-of-the-art technology. It has been a pioneer in numerous new technologies and possesses impressive unique features that other platforms cannot match, or at least not with the same level of quality. In terms of availability and security, the IBM mainframe sets benchmarks that other platforms struggle to meet. Additionally, the mainframe's technology often takes a back seat in the minds of executives due to its extreme reliability and high availability, which means it rarely experiences serious issues. Consequently, it doesn't become the center of maintenance and troubleshooting efforts.
We have conducted numerous internal workshops and coaching sessions for managers at various client organizations, giving us valuable insights into their specific needs and the topics that are most relevant for executive-level workshops. Moreover, we understand the appropriate depth of coverage for each topic, ensuring that the essential aspects are made comprehensible to managers.
Our last sessions were mostly fully booked! We therefore recommend registering early for our upcoming workshops.
Topics
Introduction
Introduction round
Introduction to the topic
The myth of the "dying dinosaur"
What defines a mainframe?
Mainframe history
Virtualization on the Mainframe
History
Physical partitioning
Logical partitioning
SW virtualization with z/VM
Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM)
Comparison / combination of techniques
Architecture "zSystems"
HW components
I/O architecture
Storage and storage management
Unique features of IBM mainframes Examples: WLM, HiperSockets, IRD, etc.
Hybrid computing
Clustering Techniques
Cluster models
The Sysplex concept
Purpose of a coupling facility
Data sharing
Availability scenarios
GDPS
Linux on the Mainframe
IBM opens up
Linux on the mainframe
LinuxONE (Emporer and Rock Hopper)
KVM vs. z/VM
zCX – containers in z/OS
Data analytics under Linux
Use cases and examples
Docker containers on the mainframe
Blockchain and mainframes
The modern Mainframe
Client/server Model
Java and Java EE
WebSphere on the mainframe
Message queuing
SOA and mainframes
Web services (SOAP vs. REST)
API community
Machine learning on the mainframe
Database Technology
Overview of database systems
The relational database system Db2
The hierarchical database system IMS
Examples
Transaction Processing
Transaction Processing (TP)
TP Light vs. TP Heavy
The transaction monitor CICS
IMS/TM
Application Development
TSO and ISPF
Graphical development environments
Eclipse / VS Code / IntelliJ
RDz (Rational Developer for System z)
Big Data
The role of Big Data
SQL vs. NoSQL
Big Data and mainframes
Security
Security Server
Mainframe Security vs. UNIX/Linux Security
HW support
Pervasive Encryption
Cost Factors
Understanding "Special Engines"
Pricing models / billing
TCO considerations
Miscellaneous / Wrap-up
Additional requests from participants
Open questions
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Costs
Included in the course fee, in addition to the actual event, is catering.
Prices are exclusive of VAT.
Hotel Arrangements
We have reserved a block of rooms for participants at the conference hotel. Please mention "EMA Training" when booking your room.
For groups of three or more participants (from the same company), the European Mainframe Academy will cover the cost of accommodation and will centrally handle the booking of rooms.
KPM Hotel
willkommen@kpmhotel.de
+49 30 3740990
Specialty
In advance, we will be emailing all registered participants to inquire about specific topics they would like covered in this seminar and to gauge their expectations. This will add significant value to the seminar for all participants.
The mix of speakers from industry and academia guarantees a unique combination of sound theoretical background knowledge and proven practical experience.
We have deliberately chosen not to include any IBMers as speakers in this seminar to maintain neutrality.
We strongly recommend that out-of-town participants arrive the day before, as we will start promptly at 9:00 AM. It would be a shame for anyone to miss the very important introduction to this seminar.